Line Cook

Explorer Hotel; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Explorer Hotel in Yellowknife is hiring a skilled Line Cook to join their culinary team. This position involves preparing diverse menu items while maintaining quality and embracing creative cooking techniques. The role promises an engaging work environment supported by a competitive wage and benefits, ideal for passionate culinary professionals. Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive wage and benefits package

Daily staff meals and hotel discounts

Opportunities for mentorship and professional development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a professional kitchen.
• Understanding of classic and modern global cooking techniques.
• Passion for quality and continuous growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute a wide variety of menu items.
• Apply various international cooking techniques.
• Participate in themed menus and seasonal features.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Job description

Now Hiring: Line Cook – The Explorer Hotel (Yellowknife, NT)

The Explorer Hotel is seeking a passionate and skilled Line Cook to join our energetic culinary team in Yellowknife, NT. Reporting to the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, this role offers a unique opportunity to showcase your culinary talents in a professional and fast-paced kitchen environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and execute a wide variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items to our brand’s standards, ensuring quality, consistency, and creativity in every dish
• Apply a diverse range of international cooking techniques, including grilling, roasting, sautéing, and braising, with a particular emphasis on French, Italian, Asian, and Canadian-inspired cuisines
• Participate in themed menus and seasonal features that celebrate global flavors and ingredients, while ensuring dishes are beautifully presented and aligned with our brand’s identity
• Assist with prep work, inventory control, portioning, and station setup in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Communicate effectively with the team during service to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and guest satisfaction
• Support an inclusive and learning-focused kitchen culture by embracing opportunities to develop new skills and support colleagues

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ year of experience in a professional kitchen (hotel or high-volume restaurant setting an asset)
• An understanding of classic and modern global cooking techniques
• A passion for quality, teamwork, and continuous growth
• Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and a “can-do” attitude

Why Work With Us:

• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Daily staff meals and hotel discounts
• Opportunities for mentorship and professional development
• A dynamic team that values creativity, culture, and northern hospitality

Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Explorer Hotel, 4825 49 Avenue PO Box 7000, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada