First Cook

Pomeroy Lodging; Kananaskis Village; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A mountain lodge resort in Kananaskis, Alberta is seeking a skilled First Cook. The role involves preparing meals, planning cooking activities, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Ideal candidates will have commercial cooking experience and relevant educational background. Competitive benefits and the opportunity for growth are offered in a stunning natural environment.

Benefits

5 personal days per year

Gratuities based on daily sales

Food and Beverage discounts

Growth and development opportunities

Onsite staff accommodations

One meal per day in employee cafeteria

Discounts on activities

Health and Wellness benefits

Vacation accrued from day one

Marriott Destinations membership

Discounted access to Nordic Spa

Discounted Ski Pass and Golf rates

Qualifications

• Completion of an apprenticeship program for cooks or college cooking program is an asset.
• 1-2 years of commercial cooking experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals and individual dishes.
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities.
• Maintain inventory and records of food and supplies.
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff.
• Enforce health and hygiene standards.
• Monitor portion and waste control.

Skills

Commercial cooking experience

Food safety standards

Recipe creation

Inventory management

Education

Completion of an apprenticeship program for cooks

College program in cooking

Job description

Overview

Your Kananaskis Working Adventure starts here: Make money & memories in the mountains. Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge is located 1-hour drive from Calgary’s city limits nestled amidst the pines where luxury and mountain living blends seamlessly. Start a new Adventure while working for an Autograph by Marriott resort located in the heart of the iconic Canadian Rockies! The Kananaskis Mountain Lodge is surrounded by untouched beauty and rugged mountain peaks, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for those seeking a culture that offers a work-hard, play-hard mantra, an empowering workplace, industry-best perks and benefits, and amazing development opportunities for those looking to grow a career. Join the Marriott family today!

Job Title

FIRST COOK

Employment Details

We are recruiting for (2) First Cook positions. The positions are full-time 30-40 hours per week, permanent with an hourly rate of $20.60. Overtime may be necessary as required paid at time and half.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals, individual dishes and foods.
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities in a restaurant establishment.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Supervise activities of 2nd and 3rd
• May create new recipes with assistance of Chef de Partie.
• Enforcing strict health and hygiene standards in the kitchen and follow the rules of health and safety.
• Monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins.
• Ensure that the production, preparation and presentation of food are of the highest quality at all times.
• Ensure highest levels of guest satisfaction, quality, operating and food costs on an ongoing basis.
• Knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation.
• Follow good preservation standards for the proper handling of all food products at the right temperature.
• Flexible shift hours will be required.

Experience and Educational Requirements

• Completion of an apprenticeship program for cooks or Completion of college or other program in cooking is an asset to this position.
• 1-2 years of commercial cooking experience.

Benefits

• Personal days: 5 per year after 90 days of continued full-time employment
• Gratuities: Receive additional earnings through tip-outs based on daily sales
• Food and Beverage discounts at ALL 6 of our dining outlets
• Growth and development opportunities, both personal and professional
• Onsite newly-renovated staff accommodations which include a residence convenience store and employee gym
• One meal per day in our employee cafeteria (taxable benefit)
• Discounts on activities offered through our Activities Committee: Skydiving, Yoga, rafting, to name a few
• Shuttle access to Calgary and Canmore
• Health and Wellness benefits (some restrictions may apply)
• Vacation is accrued starting on your first day of work at a rate of 4% of your earnings
• Marriott Destinations membership providing you with discounted room rates and food and beverage discounts at any of Marriott’s chain of hotels
• Discounted access to our Nordic Spa*
• Discounted Ski Pass and Golf rates*

*Season Availability, subject to cut off dates.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in a company that rewards you for your dedication and commitment, then Kananaskis Mountain Lodge is the right place to establish your career!

Apply now or visit us to learn more information at livetheadventure.ab.ca (no anchor link).

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