First Cook

Employer Info

Nominated for 2013 Steel Design Awards of Excellence, Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel offers you far more than the typical airport hotel experience. Whether you're laying over or in need of a lie-down, luxurious touches like in-room Keurig® coffee machines and state-of-the-art fitness center make you feel right at home. While soundproofed modular solid wall construction and triple-glazed, argon-filled glass, ensures there's always time for quiet moments. Company Website: Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel 

Description

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you a culinary superstar? Join the Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel as a full-time First Cook! Get ready for a taste of excitement in our state-of-the-art kitchen. You'll work a minimum of 30 hours per week, earn $20.50 per hour, and enjoy gratuities. Your culinary adventure starts here!

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

At our hotel, we believe in taking care of our team members just as much as we take care of our guests. That's why we offer a fun and exciting range of benefits that are sure to keep you happy, healthy, and well-fed.

We offer more than just a paycheck; we provide a fantastic benefit plan that includes extensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage, with the hotel contributing 80% for single and family coverage. Plus, our loyalty program and travel program open up a world of discounted rates for Marriott hotels across the globe for you and your friends & family.

But we don't just feed your wanderlust - we also feed your appetite. Our chefs whip up delicious staff meals every day, so you can fuel up for a busy day of representing the Renaissance brand and assisting guests and clients.

That's not all! Enjoy free parking or get reimbursed for your 747 Bus Pass. You can also say goodbye to waiting for payday with our on-demand pay system. Plus, you'll enjoy a 50% discount on food and drinks for you and your friends at HALO Bar|Bistro, so you can always have a good time without breaking the bank. Our in-house management training program ensures you're always growing, and get ready for some unforgettable fun with our quarterly work events.

Let’s not forget, you’ll also be working with an award-winning team that’s dedicated to making our guests’ dining experience unforgettable.

If you are passionate about culinary excellence and developing your professional skills, we look forward to welcoming you to our kitchen team at the Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel. Apply now and become a part of our dynamic and fun-loving team!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE JOB

The kitchen is like a culinary orchestra, harmonizing with every department to create a symphony of flavors and experiences for our guests and our clients.

If you're a cleanliness advocate and a food quality aficionado, we want YOU to join our culinary crew. Together, we'll serve up nothing but the best to our guests, leaving their taste buds dancing in delight with every bite.

Assist the Chef de Partie with maintaining food quality at Banquet Kitchen and Halo restaurant.
Keep kitchen areas spick and span, from prep areas to freezers and fridges.
Monitor fridge and freezer temps daily to ensure food safety.
Follow company recipes for top-notch food quality and service.
Report maintenance needs and be the bridge between kitchen and Front of the House Ambassadors.
Assist Chef de Partie with ordering, organization, and proper rotation of all food
Make special guest requests shine with accuracy and excellence.
Maintain food quality and service in accordance with standardized company recipes and procedures
Help with menu item photos for that picture-perfect consistency.
Assist Sous Chef and Chef de Partie in monitoring and recording safe temperatures of hot and cold foods
Ensure kitchen cleanliness and compliance with health regulations and monitor food handling and storage practices daily, with proper labeling.
Maintain good relationships with our Stewarding Team.
Attend meetings and share your suggestions for solutions.
From grilling to pastry, you'll tackle various kitchen duties with gusto.
Perform all other tasks assigned by Sous Chef and Chef de Partie.

Special Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE CONSIDERED

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED
Able to work with little supervision.
1 to 2 years of experience in a full service hotel kitchen or similar operation
Must have a friendly disposition and be well mannered.