Seasonal Banquet Cook - CZ

Grow your culinary experience at the Wilder Institute's Calgary Zoo and help create memories through delectable dishes! Our Catering Back of House team is seeking fixed-term Banquet Cooks who will join our team as they slice, sear, and succeed - together! Banquet Cooks are responsible for preparing and delivering food service as per the catering function sheet. Our Purpose | We act for wildlife; saving species and inspiring people to join us. Our Core Values | Drive impact, nurture connection, cultivate hope, and be bold. Contract: * Start: September 2026 * End: December 2026 What you will do: * Create exceptional experience through high quality food and superior customer service * Adhere to policies and procedures regarding sanitation and sanitary food handling. * Prepare food as directed, following specifications on Event Orders. * Ensures work area is clean, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration is in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with company health regulations and safety regulations. * Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas * Support other positions within the kitchen that is in need of help. * Complies with the Zoo’s health and safety program * Perform additional duties as required What you will bring: * 1-2 years experience in a culinary environment. Strong preference given to those with experience in mid to large sized operations * A Driver’s License is required with the ability to operate golf carts and 1-ton panel trucks * Alberta Food Safe Certifications is required. * Red Seal Certificate is an asset. * Ability to read and follow instructions as per catering function sheets. Working Conditions: * Able to work in fast pace environment * Exposure to hot & cold elements in kitchen * Periodical exposure outside the kitchen on Zoo grounds * Consistent exposure to flora and fauna on Zoo grounds * Flexible work schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays * Heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs), walking and standing for long periods of time required The Wilder Institute's Calgary Zoo is an outdoor facility and all staff working at the zoo must be comfortable working in a large variety of outdoor conditions. The Wilder Institute's Calgary Zoo follows the advice of Environment Canada when responding to temperature and air quality issues. What the Zoo Offers: * Discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise * Participation in the Staff Pass Benefit plan * A fun, rewarding work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals Are you ready to join one of Canada’s leaders in wildlife conservation? If this position suits your skills, experience and personal attributes, we want to talk to you. Apply by doing the following: 1. Watch this video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J1VH1MBXm0] about the conservation work being done at the Wilder Institute. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J1VH1MBXm0) 2. Submit your resume with an optional cover letter via our online application system. 3. Fill in the Application questions: * Confirm eligibility to work in Canada * If hired, when would you be available to start? * What is your availability throughout the week? * Do you have a driver’s licence? * Do you have Food Safety Certification? * If hired, what are your wage expectations? Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. If this position is a fit for you, we encourage you to apply with a resume and cover letter online by our application deadline: August 20, 2026 at 10:00pm MT. The Wilder Institute strives to cultivate a workplace in which everyone feels welcome and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. As a conservation organization, we respect and value the diversity of all life and come together as individuals and teammates to achieve the organization’s mission and vision. We recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work to advance our culture to ensure diverse viewpoints are heard and everyone has an equitable chance to succeed and thrive. This position is an existing vacancy within our organization. The Wilder Institute uses basic knockout questions in application to support screening; applications are otherwise assessed and selected by real humans. All candidates are thanked for their applications and advised that they will be contacted once applications have been reviewed and a final decision has been made.

Banquet Cooks are responsible for preparing and delivering food service according to catering function sheets while maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment. They must also support other kitchen staff and adhere to all health and safety regulations.

Candidates must have 1-2 years of culinary experience and possess a valid driver's license with the ability to operate specific vehicles. Alberta Food Safe Certification is required, and a Red Seal Certificate is considered an asset.

• Discounts on food • Discounts on beverage • Discounts on merchandise • Staff Pass Benefit plan

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée
• Travail d’équipeSouhaitée
• Salubrité alimentaireSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Food preparation
• Sanitation
• Customer service
• Kitchen maintenance
• Event order execution
• Food safety
• Teamwork
• Heavy lifting
• Time management
• Adaptability
• Food Safety Certification
• Wildlife Conservation
• Lifting Ability
• Red Seal Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Cleanliness
• Customer Service
• Food Services
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Merchandising
• Operations

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Trades
• Banquet Cook
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine