Banff Jasper Collection by Pursuit
 
Jasper, AB
$19 an hour - Full-time, Seasonal
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$19 an hour
Job type
Full-time
Seasonal
Compensation:
The wage for this position $19/hr.
An end of season performance bonus of up to $1.50 for every regular hour worked once you complete your contract
What will be your daily pursuit?:
A Jr. Sous Chef is a section supervisor of all food preparation while coordinating the work of Cooks within that section. Responsibilities include;
What perks can you expect?:
$15 per day housing and meals (based on double occupancy)
$500 referral bonus for each peer referred.
Work in a dynamic, culturally diverse team from around the globe
Work experience in an iconic, unforgettable, and inspiring location
Free access to Pursuit attractions for staff and family, send a friend at half the price!
Discounted hotel stays under Pursuit’s lodging offerings, and discounted food & beverage and retail experiences
The chance to work in an inclusive culture and make life-long friends
Access to subsidized mental health and wellness resources
Opportunities for career growth or future work at other Pursuit locations
Access to one of the world’s most beautiful and iconic National Parks
What will you do in this job?:
Supervises the training and cross-training of kitchen personnel in conjunction with the section Sous Chef
Reports all maintenance and repair needs to the section Sous Chef
Supervises, expedites and participates in food preparation, in accordance with standards of quality, quantity, taste and presentation
Supervises, expedites and participates in the cleaning meats, fish and poultry
Supervises, expedites and participates in the cleaning of kitchen equipment and cooking utensils
Prepare, season and cook foods such as soups, salads, meat, fish, gravies, vegetables, desserts, sauces and casseroles
Carve meats, prepare portions on plates and add gravies, sauces and garnish to servings
Supervises, expedites and participates in the preparation and presentations of the buffet items
Checks food for taste, temperature and visual appeal
Supervises the presentation and return of food
Stores food items in refrigeration boxes to prevent contamination
Ensures the satisfaction of guest requests for special food items
Supervises the creation of attractive food displays
What skills and experience do you need for this job?:
Must get excited at the idea of living and working in a remote (yet very social) environment
Minimum 3+ years management experience in high volume food service and restaurant operations
Ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on customer service
Experienced and proficient in the latest sanitation and HACCP standards.
Ability to control cost - food and labor under the guidance of senior chefs
Proven leadership experience and the ability to develop these skills further
Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods of time
Must meet the Organization grooming and appearance standards
To honour our commitment to be “Always Honest” all employees must consent to a criminal record check
Standard First-Aid or higher an asset
What will your work environment be like?:

This fun seasonal position runs May 1 until October 12, 2023!
Beautiful. You’ll work in iconic, unforgettable and inspiring locations. You’ll see amazing scenery and wildlife. You’ll participate in team events – and fun!
Indepdent. You’ll spend your days in and around national parks.
Remote. Our home is filled with trees, lakes and blue-bird skies; rather than buildings, freeways and smog. Connect with friends around a bonfire instead of through WiFi
Busy. You need to be prepared for a physical working environment with walking, stair climbing, bending, reaching, lifting (up to 50 pounds with assistance) required
This job description describes this role at a high level, but no document can anticipate every single task, issue or project that could come up. We work as a team and believe that we succeed together – these job duties may change based on the needs of the team and company as a whole.


To handle this job successfully, any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help a person with disabilities perform their job. This job is based in Alberta, Canada. Relocation to the area and the legal ability to work in Canada is required.

EEO Information: Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Pursuit values diverse backgrounds and experience and we welcome all who are eligible to work in Canada to apply! We thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.