Garde Manger / Cook
Bring Your Passion for Food and Hospitality to Blue Flame Kitchen
At Blue Flame Kitchen, we believe great food creates memorable experiences. We're looking for a passionate, hospitality-driven Garde Manger/Cook to join our culinary team and help deliver exceptional made-from-scratch meals in our vibrant kitchen at ATCO Park in Calgary.
If you take pride in quality ingredients, enjoy engaging with guests, and thrive in a collaborative kitchen environment, we'd love to meet you.
This role offers something unique in the hospitality industry: a supportive team culture, daytime hours, weekends and evenings off, and the opportunity to build your culinary career while maintaining an outstanding work-life balance.
About Blue Flame Kitchen
For over 90 years, Blue Flame Kitchen has inspired Albertans through food. From cooking classes and tested recipes to catering, take-home meals, and café services, Blue Flame Kitchen is a trusted culinary destination built on quality, creativity, and hospitality.
Our café showcases fresh, made-from-scratch food prepared with care and served with genuine hospitality. Every dish reflects our commitment to creating memorable guest experiences.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or as required.
Compensation: $19-$21 per hour
Perks Include:
- Complimentary staff meal and beverages
- Free parking
- Provided chef uniform
- Excellent work-life balance with daytime schedules
- Access to onsite fitness facilities
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Career development opportunities within a respected Alberta brand
What You'll Do
As a member of our culinary team, you'll play a key role in preparing and presenting high-quality food while helping to create a welcoming and engaging experience.
Responsibilities include:
- Prepare and execute fresh, made-from-scratch food items and including fruit platters, sandwiches, charcuterie & cheese boards.
- Support daily garde manger operations including salads, sandwiches, grab-and-go offerings, and plated presentations
- Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control standards
- Assist with our External Catering Program
- Engage with guests in our open kitchen environment and provide exceptional hospitality
- Support inventory management, stocking, and product rotation
- Package and label products for retail, catering, and take-away sales
- Monitor yields, quality standards, temperatures, and production records
- Adapt production levels based on business demands
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment
- Follow Alberta Health Services food safety and sanitation standards
- Complete kitchen opening duties and support overall café operations
- Contribute positively to a collaborative and high-performing kitchen culture
Who You Are
- Passionate about cooking and hospitality
- Energetic, positive, and team-oriented
- Dependable and self-motivated
- Organized and detail-focused
- Proud of your work and committed to quality
- Comfortable in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Someone who enjoys engaging with guests and colleagues alike
What You Bring
- Previous cooking, café, restaurant, catering, hotel, or hospitality experience preferred
- Knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods
- Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen best practices
- Experience working with recipes, portion control, and quality standards
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently during busy service periods
- Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and continuous learning
- High school diploma or equivalent
Why Join Our Culinary Team?
At Blue Flame Kitchen, you'll work alongside passionate culinary professionals who care deeply about food, hospitality, and community. We foster an environment where creativity, teamwork, and guest service are celebrated every day.
This is a great opportunity to enjoy the rewards of a hospitality career with the stability of daytime schedules, a collaborative culture, and a respected Alberta culinary brand.
Ready to Cook with Purpose?
If you're passionate about food, enjoy serving guests, and are looking for a workplace where your culinary skills can thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
If love cooking, take pride in creating exceptional food, and love delivering memorable guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a team where your culinary skills are valued, your work-life balance is respected, and every day is an opportunity to make someone's day through great food and genuine hospitality.
Ready to take the next step in your culinary journey? Apply today and become part of the Blue Flame Kitchen family. We can't wait to meet you.
Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Experience:
- professional cooking: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
