Line Cook (1st Cook) PM shift

Grey Eagle Resort & Casino; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading entertainment facility in Calgary as a Line Cook. You'll be responsible for preparing various meals in a dynamic kitchen environment under the Executive Chef's direction. This position offers competitive salaries and career growth opportunities while working with a diverse team in hospitality. Experience in high-volume settings and culinary education will help you succeed in this physically demanding role.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of line cook experience in a high-volume food service operation.
• Knowledge of inventory control and food cost procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of hot and cold meals.
• Adhere to safe work practices and food preparation standards.
• Assist in training Prep Cooks and Kitchen Helpers as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Preparation

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Hospitality or Culinary Management

Health and Safety Certification

Job description

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Come... Enjoy... Work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Located on the Tsuut’ina First Nation, Grey Eagle Resort & Casino is Calgary’s premier entertainment facility. We are seeking talented, energetic, and motivated individuals to join our diverse team. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Shift Supervisor, the Line Cook is responsible for preparing a variety of hot and cold meals for sale and service to all casino customers, including internal and external guests during assigned shifts. The role requires adherence to safe work practices, frequent standing and walking, and periods of focused concentration when preparing orders. Leadership qualities are necessary to assist with the development of Prep Cooks and Kitchen Helpers when needed. The position may involve lifting weights of up to approximately 50 lbs.

Education and Experience

• At least 3 years of line cook experience in a high-volume food service operation, including broiler, fryer, hot and cold food preparation.
• Post-secondary education in a recognized Hospitality or Culinary Management program is an asset.
• Health and Safety Certification.
• Minimum of 3 years ongoing experience in a cook's position with practical knowledge of large-scale foodservice operations.
• Experience in casino food and beverage operations, with a basic understanding of inventory control and food cost procedures, is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven ability to prepare and cook a wide variety of foods.
• Ability to work effectively in both team-oriented and independent settings.
• Capability to work in a physically demanding, high-volume, fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.
• Availability to work all shifts, including weekends.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Priority will be given to Tsuut'ina Nation members.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Hospitality

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