Equation Staffing Solutions is currently recruiting an experienced Lead Cook for a beautiful mountain lodge located 3.5 hours from Calgary AB in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional looking to escape the city and work in a stunning natural setting while leading the day-to-day kitchen operations.
If you have extensive cooking experience, enjoy working independently, and take pride in delivering exceptional meals, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Details
- Job Type: Full-Time Contract (2+ Months - potential for long term)
- Pay: $30.00–$35.00 per hour
- Schedule: Flexible rotations available
- 4 Days On / 4 Days Off
- 5 Days On / 3 Days Off
- Other schedules may be considered
- Start Date: ASAP
Benefits
- Accommodation provided
- Meals provided
- Work in the beautiful Alberta Rocky Mountains
- Small guest volumes (approximately 20–30 guests per meal)
- Opportunity for contract extension
Responsibilities
- Manage all day-to-day kitchen operations.
- Prepare and serve high-quality breakfast and dinner service.
- Create and execute well-balanced daily menus.
- Order, receive, and maintain food inventory.
- Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with food safety standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
- Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control.
- Work independently while providing an exceptional dining experience for lodge guests.
Qualifications
- Extensive professional cooking experience is required.
- Previous experience as a Lead Cook, Head Cook, Executive Chef, Camp Cook, Lodge Cook, or Sous Chef preferred.
- Experience managing kitchen operations and food inventory.
- Ability to prepare meals for approximately 20–30 guests per service.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Food Safe Certification is considered an asset.
- Comfortable living and working in a remote mountain environment.
Schedule
- 8- to 10-hour shifts
- Weekends as required
- Rotational schedule
Experience
- Professional cooking: 5 years (preferred)
- Kitchen leadership: 2 years (preferred)
- Work out of town
Licence/Certification
- Food Safe Certification (preferred)
If you're an experienced culinary professional looking for a unique opportunity to lead a kitchen in one of Alberta's most scenic locations, we encourage you to submit your resume today.
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Kitchen: 6 years (required)
- Cooking: 5 years (required)
- Management: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Safety Certification (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
