Position Profile
The Edmonton Convention Centre is looking for a Cook 2—Demi Chef to join our Kitchen/Pastry Team! This role will assist the Sous Chefs and Chef de Partie in creating a smooth day-to-day operation. Outstanding planning, preparation, and presentation of the food within their team will be of the utmost importance.
The Edmonton Convention Centre plays a pivotal role in hosting world-class events, meetings, and conventions. If you thrive on being among exciting action and connecting with hundreds of fellow Edmontonians day or night, this is the ideal place!
What we offer to enhance your experience:
- A competitive compensation package complemented by attractive benefits
- Guidance from Red Seal and Award-winning chefs who will serve as your mentors
- Opportunities to take the lead and mentor aspiring culinary talent
- Exciting career growth prospects that sizzle
- Flexible scheduling options to suit your lifestyle
- Access to our Annual Scholarship Program
- Enjoy meal discounts, exclusive fitness membership discounts, and a range of other perks designed exclusively for our valued employees
Job Details
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Preparing food and observing the preparation methods: feel, taste, smell, viewing colour, texture, and garnishments.
- Ensuring correct and timely distribution of food and products to required location under the direction of superiors.
- Ensure proper stock rotation in all areas of the kitchen and minimize waste
- Manage food quality and productivity by keeping detailed records under the supervision and direction of superiors.
- Ensure the mise en place is ready for the next day according to expectations and demands.
- Maintain a clean workstation that adheres to Albert Health Services standards.
The successful candidate will have:
- 1-2 years experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet operation is required.
- Post-secondary education, with a degree in culinary or hospitality management preferred.
- Food Safety Certificate
- Red Seal Certificate
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment while standing for extended periods
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 24 kilograms
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to assess operations, prioritize and multitask multiple services and timelines.
About Us
We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact on the visitor economy.
Working together in a one-team approach aligned with our core values, Explore Edmonton’s business units’ market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while developing products and experiences with a uniquely Edmonton flavour. By incorporating the management of the city’s two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact. While Explore Edmonton’s mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians. The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it.
Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported daily.
Ready to take your culinary journey to the next level? We invite you to apply! Please submit your interest no later than February 6, 2026.