Lead Cook

Boston Pizza International, Inc. (Calgary); Merritt; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian restaurant chain in Merritt seeks a dedicated Lead Cook passionate about food safety and customer service. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leadership responsibilities, and wants to be part of a supportive team culture. Experience in a similar role is preferred, and flexible scheduling is offered to meet family needs. This position offers a pathway to a kitchen management career.

Benefits

Staff discounts on food

Flexible holiday requests

Team competitions with prizes

Qualifications

• Must live in Merritt or be moving there.
• Minimum 2-3 shifts per week.
• Trustworthy, dependable, motivated, and patient.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside team members.
• Maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
• Lead by example and provide vocal direction.

Skills

Team player

Leadership

Customer service orientation

Food safety knowledge

Dependability

Job description

Lead Cook

This job is NOT for you… UNLESS

- If you live in Merritt or are moving to Merritt and want to work at Boston Pizza as a lead supervising cook with us. (min 2-3 closes per week)

- You are a team player who likes to engage and motivate a team

- You enjoy a work environment that prioritizes your family needs/time along with the financial stability a full time job provides.

- You value the flexibility to request holidays off and can support the team when needed.

- You are trustworthy, dependable, motivated and patient.

- You enjoy staff discounts on food, friendly competitions with prizes, and structured team duties to ensure the team carries the weight together.

- You want employers that value your opinion and insight into making this brand, our culture and guest experience the best.

…IF YOU STILL THINK THIS JOB IS FOR YOU, read the fine print and we look forward to meeting you soon!

(Drop off a resume in person anytime to chat with us directly — best method. Or email us a resume to set up a time to come in for an interview)

What does a successful Lead Cook look like?

• Works alongside their team members
• Builds relationships by finding common ground and working cohesively with all team members
• Committed to championing the 'Heart of Hospitality', Boston Pizza's Brand Standards and Food Safety
• Dedicated to providing Perfect Food Every Time to our Guests
• Maintains composure and thrives in a fast paced environment
• Works with a sense of purpose and always prioritize Guest’s orders
• Enjoys leadership. Comfortable giving vocal direction with the team and leading by example.
• This is a pathway into a KM career with us.

Boston Pizza was established over 50 years ago and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's 50 Top Managed Companies for over 20 years in a row. We are committed to the development & growth of our team members, integrity, philanthropy and innovation. If you love working with people in a team environment and believe in exceeding the expectations of Guests daily, Boston Pizza is the place for you!