Experienced Line Cook - Wetaskiwin

Yourchamber; Wetaskiwin; Hybrid; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Intercompany benefits

RRSP matching and health benefits

Cross-training opportunities

Team-oriented kitchen culture

Job summary

Best Western Wayside Inn is seeking a passionate Line Cook to join a dynamic, high-volume kitchen environment serving breakfast, pub, and event catering. You will prepare components and full plates with precision, while contributing ideas for daily specials and menu features.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of line cook experience, strong knife skills, and a focus on timing and presentation. Flexibility for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a high-volume, fast-paced line cook role.
• Strong knife skills, mastery of line cooking techniques (grill, sauté, fryer, prep).
• Food Safety Certification a huge plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meal components and plates quickly and accurately.
• Develop daily specials and seasonal features; focus on plate presentation.
• Maintain speed and efficiency during high-volume rush periods and events.
• Ensure station cleanliness, FIFO stock rotation, and strict temperature management.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff and kitchen team for smooth service.

Skills

Knife skills

Line cooking

Food safety

Time management

Job description

At the Best Western Wayside Inn, we pride ourselves on exceptional hospitality, great food, and a high-energy kitchen environment. Serving guests across O'Brians Restaurant, Barney's Pub, and our event banquet spaces, our kitchen handles everything from classic breakfast standards to pub favorites and high-volume event catering. We're looking for a passionate, skilled Line Cook to join our culinary team.

What You'll Do

Execute with Precision: Prepare high-quality meal components and full plates quickly and accurately according to kitchen standards.

Show Your Creativity: Bring culinary enthusiasm to daily specials, seasonal features, and plate presentation. We encourage cooks who love bringing fresh ideas to the line.

Thrive Under Pressure: Maintain speed, efficiency, and positive communication during high-volume rush periods, breakfast pushes, and catered banquet events.

Maintain High Standards: Ensure immaculate station cleanliness, food safety compliance, proper stock rotation (FIFO), and strict temperature management.

Collaborate: Work closely with front-of-house staff and kitchen team members to ensure smooth service and exceptional guest satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For

Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in a high-volume, fast-paced line cook role (hotel, pub, or casual dining kitchen experience is a major plus).

Skills: Strong knife skills, mastery of line cooking techniques (grill, sauté, fryer, prep), and a solid grasp of kitchen timing.

Cool Head: Ability to multitask, stay organized, and deliver top-notch plates under intense peak-hour pressure.

Creativity: A eye for detail, pride in presentation, and an interest in menu development or weekly features.

Reliability & Flexibility: Strong work ethic with availability to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Certifications: Food Safety Certification a huge plus.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive wage based on experience.

Best Western employee hotel discounts worldwide.

Intercompany benefits from all Denham Hospitality properties.

RRSP matching and a shared cost health benefits plan for full time employees.

Dynamic work environment with a supportive, team-oriented kitchen culture.

Opportunities to cross-train across pub, dining, and event catering menus.