Part-Time Cook
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Better Pay: Our unique Staff Fund program has paid team members an average of nearly $10/hour on top of their base wages over the last year · Part-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Better Pay: Our unique Staff Fund program has paid team members an average of nearly $10/hour on top of their base wages over the last year
- Job type
- Part-time
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
Join the Coterie at Prairie Dog Brewing!
Position: Cook
Location: Calgary, AB
Type: Part-Time
Do you enjoy the adrenaline rush of busy kitchen services, or the thrill of constantly upping your own game while supporting a tight-knit team? Are you sick of toxic kitchen cultures where people are motivated by fear instead of personal growth? At Prairie Dog Brewing, we aren’t just a brewpub; we’re a community. We’re looking for high-energy, passionate Cooks to join our kitchen crew and help us deliver the best comfort food and BBQ in the city during our busy evening and weekend services.
Why You’ll Love It Here
We believe that a happy team makes better food. When you join Prairie Dog, you get:
- A Fun, Inclusive Environment: We pride ourselves on a "come as you are" culture. We are a diverse, supportive team that treats each other like family.
- Better Pay: Our unique Staff Fund program has paid team members an average of nearly $10/hour on top of their base wages over the last year
- Beer & Food Perks: Enjoy significant discounts on our award-winning craft beers and our delicious, house-made menu.
- Security & Growth: We offer a comprehensive benefits packages for long term employees (health, dental, etc.).
- Real BBQ, Real Skills: Get hands-on experience with high-quality ingredients and fresh smoked Protein!
What You’ll Do
- Crush the Rush: Execute high-quality dishes with speed and precision during fast-paced lunch and dinner services.
- Master the Menu: Prepare everything from our signature smoked meats to fresh, seasonal sides.
- Keep it Clean: Maintain a spotless, organized station and adhere to all food safety standards.
- Collaborate: Work seamlessly with the front-of-house and your fellow cooks to ensure every guest has a positive experience.
What You Bring to the Table
- Pace: You have experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment and know how to stay cool under pressure.
- Passion: You genuinely care about the quality of the food you send out.
- Reliability: You’re a team player who shows up ready to work and support your crew.
- Vibe: A positive attitude and a sense of humour (we like to have fun while we work!).
Ready to Apply?
If you’re ready to trade the "boring" kitchen life for a high-energy brewery atmosphere, we want to hear from you!
Prairie Dog Brewing celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive meritocracy that rewards team members well based on their individual impact.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Cook at Prairie Dog Brewing will prepare dishes quickly during lunch and dinner rushes, make signature smoked meats and seasonal sides, and keep a clean, organized station. The cook will also work closely with front-of-house staff and other cooks so guests have a good experience.
Requirements
Candidates need experience in a fast-paced kitchen and the ability to stay calm under pressure. They should care about food quality, be reliable team players, and bring a positive, fun attitude.
Skills
- Food preparation
- Cooking
- Smoking meats
- BBQ cooking
- Food safety
- Kitchen sanitation
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Menu preparation
- Working under pressure
- Station organization
Benefits
- Staff Fund
- Beer discount
- Food discount
- Comprehensive benefits (health, dental)
Categories
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Retail
Keywords
- Cook
- Line cook
- Restaurant cook
- BBQ
- Smoked meats
- Brewpub
- Kitchen
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Fast-paced kitchen
- Part-time
- Calgary
- Comfort food
- Food service
- Teamwork
Perks
- Employee discount
- Meals