Cook 2 - Intermediate Line (Full Time)

Organization- Hyatt Regency Calgary

Summary

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A Cook 2 (Intermediate Cook) to join our culinary team

This is an exciting role in applying your culinary passion and creating flawless dining experiences for our guests

What is expected of me in this role?

• Demonstrates a genuine passion for culinary excellence through consistent execution of fundamental cooking techniques, preparation standards, and presentation quality.
• Responsible for the preparation and production of all menu items across assigned kitchen outlets, ensuring food quality, presentation, portioning, and consistency are maintained.
• Executes high-quality food production by reviewing recipes, preparing ingredients, cooking, plating, and following Hyatt culinary standards, specifications, and established procedures.

Maintains exceptional levels of cleanliness, organization, and professionalism, ensuring a sanitary, safe, and efficient kitchen environment at all times.

• Ensures full compliance with food-safety standards, including proper food handling, sanitation, temperature control, HACCP documentation, and accurate storage, labeling, and rotation of all food items.
• Demonstrates motivation, curiosity, and a strong willingness to learn by progressively developing the skills required to support multiple stations within the culinary department.
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues, contributing positively to a team-focused kitchen culture while supporting smooth daily operations and service execution.
• Maintains flexible availability to support departmental scheduling, business levels, and operational demands.
• Possesses valid work authorization for Canada.

Experience

• 2 years of previous line experience
• Culinary degree or related hotel experience is preferred
• Ability to guide entry-level cooks towards the most professional approach to work
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in the ability to safely and effectively operate standard foodservice equipment

WHAT ARE THE ADDITIONAL BENEFITS OF WORKING AT THE HYATT REGENCY CALGARY?

• Extended Health Benefits for you and your dependents and paid medical days.
• Employer RRSP Matching Contributions.
• Discounted Parking.
• Discounts at our on-site restaurant Thomsons Kitchen/Bar.
• Discounts at our on-site Spa-Stillwater Spa Services and Spa Products.
• Tuition reimbursement program and career development program, Leading@Hyatt.
• Complimentary meal during shift.
• Complimentary hotel nights, friends, and family discounts at Hyatt properties around the world.
• Wellbeing Programs, Headspace and Not Myself Today, Access to a Wellbeing and Relaxation Room, Complimentary Access to the Hotel Pool and Gym.
• Opportunities to participate in our Hyatt Calgary LGBTQ2S+ diversity group and youth hiring programming; RiseHY
• 2025 Great Place To Work Certified
• Rainbow Registered
• Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR Facility accredited

About Hyatt Regency

Being part of our Hyatt Regency Calgary family means always having space to be you. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together.

Be a part of something bigger. Enjoy life every day. Make a difference in the lives of those around you. Love where you work. Join a family that values respect, integrity, humility, empathy, creativity and fun, your perfect opportunity. At Hyatt, we care for people so they can be their best .

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honor and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis, and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations – Indigenous and non – who live, work and play on this land, and who honor and celebrate this territory. This sacred gathering place provides us with an opportunity to engage in and demonstrate leadership on reconciliation

This role will typically allow a minimum of 30 hours per week

The starting hourly rate for this role is $ 21 CAD per hour

Visit careers.hyatt.com to apply