Founded in 1970, Steele Hotels is an independent hotel operator based out of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. With origins in Gander, NL the company has grown to include locations in St. John’s, NL, Corner Brook, NL, and Fredericton, NB.

Steele Hotels is looking for a Cook to join our growing team at JAG Hotel in St. John’s, NL. The ideal candidate would possess a positive “can-do” attitude, a high level of professionalism, a strong work ethic, and will assist in menu preparation, cooking all menu items, baking, maintaining inventory levels, and ensuring a quality clean kitchen environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating new menus, taking into account food costing and seasonal food availability
• Prepare and cook all menu items and features
• Proper portioning/cutting of meats
• Ensure all food service standards and quality requirements are met
• Receive and verify product matches original orders
• Prepare and maintain a stock of all menu items
• Ensure adequate inventory levels and communicate discrepancies to the Executive Chef
• Adhere to health and safety regulations
• Ensure the kitchen is kept clean, sanitized, and tidy, following all health and safety regulations
• Ensure operations level of profitability and client satisfaction is complied
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes:

• 3 years or more experience in the cooking industry with experience in a fast-paced restaurant food service operation
• Cooking certification/diploma is an asset
• Canadian Red Seal Occupational Standard is an asset
• Food Safety Course is an asset
• Experienced in food costing, menu execution, inventory control an asset
• Experience working with large banquets
• Knowledge of all cuts of meat
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with and without supervision

Why Work with Us:

• Competitive salary package
• Company RRSP matching plan to secure your financial future
• Comprehensive health benefits including dental and vision coverage
• Employee Family Assistance Program [EFAP], including counseling services and life coaching
• Paid time off, including vacation time, sick leave, and statutory holidays
• Other employee benefits such as discounts on food, gym memberships, and phone plans, etc.
• Gratuities

If you are interested in working with a growing company and want to grow with us, we welcome you to apply to careers@steelehotels.com. Please include “Cook” in the email subject line, and use the following naming convention for the resume file: First Name Last Name – Resume.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals, we welcome everyone to apply.