1st Line Cook - Kitchen Suites

At Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation, we deliver excitement. Our mission is to be the heartbeat of our community by creating connections, building champions, and winning, together.  If you’d like to join a team that’s people-first, diverse, innovative, and energized about delivering extraordinary fan experiences to our guests, then we’d love to sign you to a player's contract!

THE POSITION 

The First Line Cook is responsible for assisting with day-to-day operations of the kitchen suites team in an environment that mixes banquet and line cooking together including bulk preparation and fast pate firing. The role requires a strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards and protocols as this role will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Gratuities earned every shift;
• Parking pass when working;
• Opportunity for growth and development;
• Advanced scheduling;
• Discount at Flames store;
• Service and recognition awards;
• Be a part of your favorite sporting and entertainment events in the city.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Daily cooking and preparation of food using multiple cooking techniques;
• Prepare hot plates, cold plates, sauces;
• Perform a variety of butchering tasks such as trimming roasts, cutting ribs, chicken, etc.;
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and use of food inventories;
• Maintain a high standard of safety and sanitation as governed by standards and protocols;
• Communicate with kitchen staff, cooks, Suites Chefs, and the executive chef;
• Follow instructions as directed by supervisors, Suites chef, and the executive chef;
• Work with other departments and needed
• Actively participate in safety programs and follow polices;
• Assist in all areas of the kitchen as required;
• Actively participate in safety programs and follow polices;
• Assist in all areas of the kitchen as required;
• Other duties as required.

THE INDIVIDUAL 

The ideal individual will have the following background: 

• 5+ years restaurant or hotel cook experience required;
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills;
• High attention to detail and strong ability to maintain an organized kitchen;
• Vast knowledge of kitchen terminology;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once;
• Strong interpersonal and team work skills.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Formal culinary training is considered an asset;
• High school diploma is considered an asset.

This position will remain open until suitable candidates are found.

CSEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.