Application ends : May 2, 2025

How to Apply: Email hrbanff@innvesthotels.com

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Job Overview

  • Date Posted
    April 22, 2025
  • Location
  • Wage/Salary
    $22.39 / hour
  • Contact Name
    Fatima Noor
  • Open Positions
    1
  • Staff Accommodation
    Yes
  • Position Duration
    Permanent
  • Position Type
    Full-Time
  • More Ways to Apply
    In-Person
  • (More Ways to Apply) Link to Website
    https://www.charltonhospitality.com/current-job-openings
  • (More Ways to Apply) Email
    hrbanff@innvesthotels.com
  • (More Ways to Apply) Phone
    403-760-6987
  • Workplace Inclusion Charter Signatory
    N/A

Job Description

THE COMPANY:

Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and hotels.
Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skill sets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.
With over 100 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 90 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NL but also experientially diverse from roadside inns to luxury urban properties.
At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivaled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.

The First Cook position is generally responsible for maintaining superior food quality and presentation expected by our guests according to company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards.

ACTIVITIES:

The duties and responsibilities of the First Cook include, but are not limited to the following:

· Report to work well groomed, in uniform, and at all times practice good personal hygiene.

· Maintain a positive and professional attitude toward associates and guests.

· Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.

· Organize, prepare and maintain mise en place.

· Serve menu items as per the standards, plating presentation and garnish.

· Prepare meat, fish, vegetables and other foods for roasting, broiling, grilling, braising, sautéing and steaming.

· Portion food products prior to cooking per standard portion size and recipe specification.

· Assist with cutting, precooking and marinating during off peak periods.

· Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices.

· Ensure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately.

· Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program.

· Additional duties as assigned by Executive Chef.

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Start Date
May 5, 2025
Job Requirements

COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING:

· Culinary education and training

· 2-3 years of culinary experience in food service or hospitality industry

· Red Seal Certificate an asset

· Food Handlers Certification an asset

· Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy

· Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

· Works well as part of a team

· Exposure to heat, steam, cold, smoke

· Ability to lift and carry a weight of approximately 40 pounds

· Demonstrated knowledge of guest service and a genuine desire to exceed guest expectations

· Availability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays

InnVest Hotels is an inclusive employer. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We appreciate all applications, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Perks & Benefits

• Staff Accommodation: We offer some of the most premium staff housing units in Banff to our team. Our male staff accommodation is located in the Rocky Mountain Coop, overlooking the beautiful Bow River. Each unit is fully furnished with kitchen appliances, furniture and a maximum of two tenants. Our female staff accommodation is located on Otter St, located near hiking trails on Tunnel Mountain. Each unit is fully furnished with kitchen appliances, furniture and a maximum of four tenants.

• Food & Beverage Discounts: Team members are entitled to a 30% discount on all food served in the Evergreen Restaurant with dining reservations for themselves and their guests.
• Uniforms: We provide every team member with a proper uniform and offer free dry cleaning for all Managers.
• Ski Pass Discounts: We offer a deeply discounted ski passes (Sunshine, Lake Louise & Ski Big 3) to our team members with a purchase plan option to spread the cost of the pass over several pay period deductions.

• Banff Canoe Club Summer Boating Pass: We provide a 2 hour canoe pass to the Banff Canoe Club to our team members free of charge. The pass is available to staff through a sign-out program so fair share of the pass is provided.

• Shared Blue Cross Health Benefits: A comprehensive health insurance plan encompassing both health and dental coverage.

English Fluency
Intermediate
Workplace Address
459 Banff Ave