Cactus Club Cafe is seeking Line Cooks for our Calgary kitchens. You'll prepare high-quality dishes in our scratch kitchens, working with fresh ingredients and following our renowned recipes. This is an excellent opportunity for cooks who take pride in their craft and want to work in a professional kitchen environment.
You'll work various stations including grill, sauté, and garde manger, preparing dishes to Cactus Club's exacting standards. Our kitchens use quality ingredients and modern culinary techniques, giving you the chance to develop your skills while working with talented chefs.
Cactus Club offers competitive wages, benefits, and clear career progression from line cook to sous chef and beyond. We're committed to developing our culinary team.
Requirements
• Previous line cook experience in a high-volume restaurant (minimum 1-2 years)
• Food Safe certification required
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and work in hot kitchen environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Team player with good communication skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends
• Culinary training or apprenticeship is an asset
Benefits
• Competitive wage of $17-21/hour ($35,000-$44,000 annually) based on experience
• Health and dental benefits (full-time after 3 months)
• 50% employee dining discount
• Opportunities for advancement to senior cook, sous chef, or chef positions
• Work with quality ingredients and modern culinary techniques
• Comprehensive kitchen training and skill development
• Overtime opportunities
• Work in professional, well-equipped kitchens
• Supportive culinary team environment
• Career growth in restaurant management
About Cactus Club Cafe
Cactus Club Cafe is a premium casual restaurant chain known for exceptional food, service and atmosphere with multiple locations across Calgary including Eau Claire, Chinook, and Deerfoot City.