Line Cook (1st Cook) am shift

at  Grey Eagle Resort Casino

COMPANY BIO

Come… Enjoy… Work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Located on the Tsuut’ina First Nation, Grey Eagle Resort & Casino is Calgary’s number one entertainment facility. We are looking for talented, energetic and motivated individuals to join our diverse workforce! We offer competitive salaries, benefits and opportunities to grow your career.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Shift Supervisor the Line Cook is responsible for preparing a multitude of hot and cold meals for sale and service to all customers of the Casino. This includes both internal and external customers alike during a prescribed shift. The Line Cook is required to take all necessary precautions to protect and ensure that safe work practices are adhered to. This position involves frequent standing and walking as well as lengthy periods of concentration when preparing customer orders. This position also requires some leadership qualities to assist with development of Prep Cooks and Kitchen Helpers when required. This position may require lifting weight of up to approx 50 lbs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• The incumbent is required to have line cook experience of 3 years in a large volume food service operation including broiler, fryer, hot and cold food preparation.
• A Post Secondary education in a recognized Hospitality or Culinary Management program would be an asset.
• Health and Safety Certificate.
• The incumbent will have a minimum of 3 years ongoing experience in a cook’s position with practical hands on knowledge and experience of large size foodservice operations.
• Specific Casino food and beverage operational experience would be an asset with a basic understanding of inventory control and food cost practices and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proven experience in preparing and cooking a wide variety of food styles is required.
• Ability to work and thrive in a team oriented environment, and be able to function independently also
• Ability to work in a physically demanding area and be familiar with a high-volume, fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Please note the successful candidate should be available to work all shifts including weekends.

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