First Cook

Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and life insurance

Loyalty & travel program

Staff meals provided

Job summary

Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel is seeking a full-time Cook for our state-of-the-art kitchen. You’ll work at least 30 hours weekly, earning $20.50 CAD per hour, plus gratuities and staff meals.

Join our culinary team to maintain quality, support the Chef de Partie, and follow standardized recipes. You’ll help with kitchen cleanliness, safety, and collaboration with Front of House, while enjoying employee discounts and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have 1–2 years of experience in a full service hotel kitchen or similar operation.
• Able to work with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Partie with maintaining food quality at Banquet Kitchen and Halo restaurant.
• Keep kitchen areas clean from prep to storage, monitor fridge/freezer temps daily for safety.
• Follow company recipes for top-notch quality and service.
• Report maintenance needs and bridge kitchen and Front of House Ambassadors.
• Assist with ordering, organization, and proper rotation of all food.
• Prepare menu item photos for consistency.
• Monitor safe temperatures of hot and cold foods; ensure labeling and hygiene.

Skills

Food safety

Food quality

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you a culinary superstar? Join the Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel as a full-time Cook! Get ready for a taste of excitement in our state-of-the-art kitchen. You'll work a minimum of 30 hours per week, earn $20.50 per hour, and enjoy gratuities.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE JOB

If you're a cleanliness advocate and a food quality aficionado, we want YOU to join our culinary crew. Together, we'll serve up nothing but the best to our guests, leaving their taste buds dancing in delight with every bite.

• Assist the Chef de Partie with maintaining food quality at Banquet Kitchen and Halo restaurant.
• Keep kitchen areas spick and span, from prep areas to freezers and fridges.
• Monitor fridge and freezer temps daily to ensure food safety.
• Follow company recipes for top-notch food quality and service.
• Report maintenance needs and be the bridge between kitchen and Front of the House Ambassadors.
• Assist Chef de Partie with ordering, organization, and proper rotation of all food
• Make special guest requests shine with accuracy and excellence.
• Maintain food quality and service in accordance with standardized company recipes and procedures
• Help with menu item photos for that picture-perfect consistency.
• Assist Sous Chef and Chef de Partie in monitoring and recording safe temperatures of hot and cold foods
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and compliance with health regulations and monitor food handling and storage practices daily, with proper labeling.
• Maintain good relationships with our Stewarding Team.
• Attend meetings and share your suggestions for solutions.
• From grilling to pastry, you'll tackle various kitchen duties with gusto.
• Perform all other tasks assigned by Sous Chef and Chef de Partie.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

At our hotel, we believe in taking care of our team members just as much as we take care of our guests. That's why we offer a fun and exciting range of benefits that are sure to keep you happy, healthy, and well-fed.

We offer more than just a paycheck; we provide a fantastic benefit plan that includes extensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage, with the hotel contributing 80% for single coverage. Plus, our loyalty program and travel program open up a world of discounted rates for Marriott hotels across the globe for you and your friends & family.

But we don't just feed your wanderlust - we also feed your appetite. Our chefs whip up delicious staff meals every day, so you can fuel up for a busy day of representing the Renaissance brand and assisting guests and clients.

That's not all! Enjoy free parking or get reimbursed for your 747 Bus Pass. You can also say goodbye to waiting for payday with our on-demand pay system. Plus, you'll enjoy a 50% discount on food and drinks for you and your friends at HALO Bar|Bistro, so you can always have a good time without breaking the bank. Our in-house management training program ensures you're always growing. And, get ready for some unforgettable fun with our quarterly work events.

As a member of our award-winning team, you'll be the expert in welcoming and guiding our guests and clients to the best experiences in town. From sharing insider knowledge about local hotspots to anticipating their needs, you'll create lasting impressions on our guests' journeys.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE CONSIDERED

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Able to work with little supervision.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in a full service hotel kitchen or similar operation
• Must have a friendly disposition and be well mannered.

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