First Cook

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, as our new First Cook. Every memorable dining experience at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge begins behind the scenes with our culinary team’s commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. As First Cook, the care you devote to all aspects of food preparation will result in the creation of truly spectacular fare.

What you will be doing: 

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
• Execute and oversee all food items for a la carte and or banquet menus in service to hotel recipes and standards
• Assist and oversee ordering levels and production in relevant departments in the absence of CDP
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
• Control waste and spoilage in the assigned department
• Ensure proper labeling, dating and  storage of all items in the kitchen
• Responsible for ensuring preparation of all pertinent food items for work station and able to maintain the departments level of production and guest expectations in the absence of the Chef de Partie
• Monitor present and upcoming business volumes as well as food items and to communicate relevant information to their department in a timely manner
• Handle guest allergy concerns with appropriate care and importance by reporting to CDP
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Other duties as assigned

Your experience and skills include: 

• 2-3 years kitchen experience in a 4 or 5 star hotel or reputable restaurant required
• Successful completion of Alberta’s Food Handler Certification is required
• Diploma or Equivalent Certification in a Culinary program required
• Strong Knife skills and safe handling is required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal – remove this word and problem solving abilities
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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