Full Time Intermediate Line Cook – Haven Lobby Bar

Best Western Plus Okotoks

Haven Lobby Bar is the heart of the guest dining experience at the Best Western Plus Okotoks. We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Cook to join our culinary team. This role is essential in delivering high-quality meals and ensuring our hotel guests enjoy an exceptional dining experience from start to finish.

Position Summary

The Intermediate Line Cook is responsible for independently preparing and cooking breakfast service at Haven Lobby Bar in a small-kitchen workplace. This position requires the ability to work independently, manage food preparation and cooking, maintain food quality and consistency, and ensure orders are completed in a timely manner. The successful candidate must be dependable, organized, efficient, and capable of managing the kitchen during evening service without direct supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation and Cooking

- Independently prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Manage the kitchen during food service, ensuring orders are prepared accurately and in a timely manner.
- Organize and complete food preparation before service, including washing, cutting, portioning, and preparing ingredients.
- Ensure all food is cooked to appropriate temperatures and served safely.
- Maintain consistent food quality, portion sizes, presentation, and taste.
- Coordinate orders and communicate with front-of-house staff regarding timing, special requests, and menu availability.
- Monitor food supplies and notify management when ingredients are running low.
- Follow recipes and established procedures while maintaining efficient kitchen operations.




- Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout service.

Dishwashing and Cleaning

- Wash and sanitize dishes, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.
- Operate the commercial dishwasher safely and efficiently.
- Keep the dishwashing area clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces, counters, sinks, and food preparation areas.
- Clean kitchen equipment and appliances as required.
- Sweep and mop floors, remove garbage and recycling, and maintain clean waste disposal areas.
- Complete all required closing cleaning duties and ensure the kitchen is ready for the next shift.

General Kitchen Operations

- Follow proper food storage, labeling, dating, and rotation procedures.
- Monitor food freshness and minimize waste.
- Complete opening, closing, temperature-monitoring, and cleaning checklists as required.
- Report equipment concerns, supply shortages, and maintenance issues to management.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Health, Safety and Sanitation

- Follow Alberta food safety requirements and established food handling procedures.
- Maintain proper personal hygiene and wear appropriate work attire.
- Use kitchen equipment and cleaning chemicals safely.
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures.
- Report unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, and food safety concerns promptly.

Qualifications and Skills





- Previous cooking or line cook experience is required, with the ability to prepare and cook menu items independently.
- Experience working in a restaurant, lounge, pub, or small commercial kitchen is preferred.
- Ability to manage food service without direct supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food storage practices.
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining food quality and consistency.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, lift, and perform repetitive tasks.
- Availability to work mornings or evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Working Conditions

- Work takes place in a small commercial kitchen supporting a lobby bar and dining operation.
- The position involves independent breakfast service, food preparation, dishwashing, and kitchen closing duties.
- Work involves prolonged standing, repetitive movements, bending, lifting, and exposure to heat, moisture, and cleaning products.
- Evening shifts are required, with additional shifts as business needs dictate.

Performance Expectations

The successful candidate is expected to independently manage breakfast preparation and cooking, ensure timely and consistent food service, maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, complete dishwashing and closing duties, and contribute to the smooth and professional operation of Haven Lobby Bar.

The employee is responsible for ensuring that breakfast service is completed efficiently and that the kitchen is properly cleaned and closed at the end of the shift.

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