Second Cook

Jasper, AB

Through learning and growing we become the hospitality team that delivers the very best place to connect with nature

Second Cook: Job Brief

The second cook position at Sunwapta works the night line. Reporting to and working with the Sous Chef they prepare and plate most of the evening dishes. This is a busy position and a step up from regular line cooking. There are many different cooking techniques to master. Ideally after a season in this position you are ready to pursue a first cook position in charge of a night line.

 

Responsibilities and Duties

 

  • Lots of prep, we do approx. 100 covers a night
  • You need to establish a good rapport with the Sous Chef who is your main work mate
  • Helping the dishwasher wrap things up at the end of the evening
  • You are responsible if the Sous Chef is not in the kitchen
  • Plating in a fast and efficient manner 
  • Making the Sous Chef look good 

 

Qualifications and Skills

 

  • This position requires two years as a line cook
  • You will be busy all shift so you need a calm temperament
  • Fast and efficient you like to get the job done
  • To be successful you need to be interested in learning more about high quality restaurant food and service

 

Sunwapta Falls Rocky Mountain Lodge

Sunwapta Falls Rocky Mountain Lodge

Sunwapta is located 53km south of the small mountain town of Jasper. We’re literally in the heart of the National Park, right on one of the most scenic drives in the world, the Icefields Parkway. It’s an ideal setting for those looking to be surrounded by awe inspiring nature with access to amazing natural attractions, hikes and more.

Being semi-remote is part of the magic for those who join our team. Everyone lives right on property so we’re like a big family with unparalleled sense of friendship and camaraderie as you join 40+ others in an incredible summer adventure. To help you on your journey we have Destyni, our community builder and Staff Experience Manager. Destyni coordinates daily activities to help you get to know each other outside of work. Activities range widely from team building, to fun activities, to experiencing the Rockies together. She does quite a bit more too (read it here).

We provide very inexpensive accommodation at under $150/m which you can read about in our FAQ and Housing Agreement. Once you’re hired, we’ve made it easy for you to simply pack your clothes and come out.

But first, you need to apply and get fully informed!

 

Get More Info on Working at Sunwapta Falls!

Sunwatpa is ranked #4 of 22 Hotels in Jasper National Park on TripAdvisor, have won the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence many times (both hotel and restaurant), recently received the Booking.com Guest Review Award, have won AHLA and AAA awards and have a 4.4 star rating as an employer on Indeed.

The best place to start is by reading our FAQ and Staff Housing Agreement. These documents provide answers to the most common questions and help you understand our values and goals for our clients and staff. Another great way to get a feel for who we are is to read what customers have said! Check out TripAdvisor, Booking.com and Googleand check Indeed reviews from past staff.

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