Our philosophy is “to be great you need to have great people”.Accordingly, we are always searching for “great people”. If you thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial workplace we would be very interested in hearing from you.
A Day in YOUR Life as a Second Cook
Every person that enters our hotel should be greeted and feel like a guest! This is YOU on your first day of work and every work day after that. You walk in with a smile, say hello to passing guests and acknowledge your colleagues, perhaps with a smile, nod or friendly greeting. You already have a feel for how your day is going to unfold based on the flow and energy in the back of house, and you aren't even in uniform yet! You make your way to the employee change room, transform into your sharp, professional uniform, punch in at the time clock, and enthusiastically join your teammates in the kitchen.
You may be preparing to join a shift or setting up for a full day of banquet and catering events. Either way, preparing exceptional dishes and supporting your teammates is paramount. Regardless of the time of day or length of shift, you are ready to provide outstanding service and care to every guest and colleague.
As the day begins, you check in with your supervisor to prioritize the day's events. A conference luncheon for 50 guests is scheduled, followed by an evening banquet for 200! You efficiently plan your day, reviewing banquet event orders (BEOs) and preparing ingredients according to the production schedule. Organization is the key to success—an organized kitchen is an efficient one. You follow the prep list, checking off each completed task as you go.
Throughout the day, you'll be constantly on the move—peeling, chopping, mixing, roasting, grilling, preparing sauces, and plating components for multiple events. Timing is everything in banquet production, and you're an expert at multitasking. You may be preparing hors d'oeuvres for a reception while monitoring items in the oven, assisting with buffet setup, and helping teammates prepare plated entrées—all at the same time.
Food safety is always a priority. You maintain a clean and organized workstation while handling food according to all sanitation regulations. You inspect food storage areas regularly, ensuring products are properly labeled, rotated, and stored with the earliest expiry dates in front.
As event service begins, teamwork and communication become even more important. You work alongside your colleagues to execute banquet functions smoothly, ensuring meals are plated consistently, delivered on time, and presented to the highest standards. Whether supporting a plated dinner, buffet, cocktail reception, or special event, you remain focused, organized, and adaptable throughout service.
Even though you clean as you go, things move quickly during large functions. You take every opportunity to tidy your station, replenish supplies, and prepare for the next event. No two days are exactly alike, and that's what makes banquet and catering operations so rewarding.
Your shift flies by. Your standards are high, and you take pride in the quality, consistency, and presentation of every dish leaving the kitchen. You are a team player who is always willing to jump in wherever needed to ensure every event is a success.
By the time you head home, you know you've helped create memorable experiences for hundreds of guests celebrating weddings, conferences, meetings, galas, and special occasions.
Who You Are and Why This Is Important…
Enthusiastic, Attentive & Approachable
Ensuring our guests and teammates feel welcomed and supported.
Organized & Communicative
Clear, concise communication between kitchen and banquet teams creates seamless event execution.
Effective Multi-Tasker
Managing multiple events, changing priorities, production timelines, and service requirements with confidence.
What Happens Behind the Scenes of All Those Events…
- Follow company policies by preparing food to the Chef's standards, operating equipment safely, and completing all production according to departmental procedures.
- Participate in food preparation, banquet production, buffet setup, and plated service to ensure exceptional presentation and timely execution.
- Review and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), ensuring dietary requests, special menus, and event timelines are met.
- Conduct regular inspections of food storage areas to minimize waste, prevent spoilage, and maximize food cost efficiency.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of sanitation and FoodSafe procedures as established by the Health Board and hotel policies.
- Maintain a calm, positive, and professional demeanor while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Follow all company and brand standards.
What Are We Looking For…
- Minimum two years of culinary experience working in a high-volume kitchen, banquet, catering, or hotel environment.
- Experience with banquet production and large-scale food preparation is considered an asset.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to remain standing for the duration of an 8-hour shift.
- Effective multitasking skills with the ability to continually reprioritize daily activities.
- A strong understanding that SERVICE is the key to every successful event.
- Red Seal certification is preferred but not required.
- Serving It Right (BC) or ProServe (AB) certification.
Thank you for your interest in our company, we hope you apply today!
