Are you an energetic, organized, detail-oriented, and creative culinary enthusiast with an experience working in a hotel or restaurant setting? Are you willing to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic environment while maintaining the highest standards of quality and hospitality? You might just be the one we need. Red Deer Resort & Casino is looking for a Banquet Cook to join our culinary team.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, & REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum one year of culinary experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant or hotel
• Food Safety Course is an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation required
• Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling in required
• Must have a high level of creativity and reliability and attention to detail
• Excellent work ethic; driven, organized, good administration skills, dependable, flexible, availability to pick up or volunteer for shifts as required to maintain operational requirements
• Must be fluent in English, both written and oral
• As a condition of employment, associates are to have a criminal record check prior to their first day of work

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes for banquets, buffets, and special events according to event orders and menu specifications.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Assist in carving stations and live cooking demonstrations if required.
• Adjust recipes and food quantities based on event size and dietary requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to execute large-scale meal preparation efficiently.
• Assist with plating and setting up banquet buffets or plated meal services.
• Support other cooks and kitchen staff as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.