Ed's Bowling Cook

West Edmonton Mall Property Inc. (West Edmonton Mall and Fantasyland Hotel); Edmonton; On-site; CAD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

West Edmonton Mall Property Inc. (West Edmonton Mall and Fantasyland Hotel) is seeking a part-time Cook for Ed’s Bowling kitchen to handle day-to-day food preparation and uphold Food Safe standards while supporting labor and cost control under the Kitchen Supervisor.

The role requires attention to portioning, presentation, and timely service. The successful candidate will ensure prompt, courteous service, conduct inventories, and maintain clean and organized work areas.

Qualifications

• Strong cooking and food preparation knowledge.
• Customer service expectations.
• Interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Food safety certification or willingness to train.
• Familiarity with food and kitchen inventory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in a manner compliant with Food Safe standards.
• Assist Kitchen Supervisor with labor and food cost control.
• Ensure customers are served promptly and courteously.
• Maintain proper portioning and presentation for quality service.
• Meet with Kitchen Supervisor on priorities.
• Conduct inventories to ensure adequate par levels.
• Perform weekly freezer inventory and stock control.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is cleaned and working for next shift.
• Keep kitchens clean, tidy, and maintaining food quality.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Food safety certification

Job description

The Cook is responsible for the day to day preparation and handling of food products within the Ed’s Bowling kitchen.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare food in a manner that is compliant with Food Safe standards and assist the Kitchen Supervisor in the control of labor and food costs.
• Ensure customers are served their food in a prompt and courteous manner that exceeds their expectations.
• Maintain proper food portioning and presentation controls for optimal customer service.
• Meet with Kitchen supervisor on priorities regarding the food service.
• Conduct food /ingredients inventories as directed by the Kitchen Supervisor to ensure the kitchens are adequately stocked.
• Ensure that weekly freezer inventory is done and all par stocks are at the proper levels.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is left in good working order for the next shift including cleaning, ensuring equipment is turned off, and noting all needed repairs.
• Ensure the kitchens are clean and always kept tidy and ensure food quality is at or above standard.
• Other duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a setting similar to Ed’s Bowling.
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation and customer service expectations.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess a valid food safety certificate(s) or a willingness to be trained.
• Familiar with food and kitchen inventory procedures.

Terms Of Employment

• This is a part time position that requires flexible availability including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to pass basic security clearance.