Job Description

What will be your daily pursuit?:
Lead all food preparation and presentations to meet the needs of various food outlets and banquets.Explore Pyramid Lake Lodge here!


This fun summer role runs from May to October. This job requires relocation to Jasper, Alberta. Compensation:
The starting salary for this position is $19.50 per hour. What perks can you expect?:

• Work in a dynamic, culturally diverse team from around the globe
• Work experience in an iconic, unforgettable, and inspiring location
• Free access to Pursuit attractions for staff and family, send a friend at half the price!
• Discounted hotel stays under Pursuit\xe2\x80\x99s lodging offerings, and discounted food & beverage and retail experiences
• The chance to work in an inclusive culture and make life-long friends
• Access to subsidized mental health and wellness resources
• Opportunities for career growth or future work at other Pursuit locations
• Access to one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most beautiful and iconic National Parks

What will you do in this job?: The First Cook will provide excellent guest experiences through the consistent preparation and focused execution of food items. Successful candidate will operate in a manner that provides a safe and enjoyable experience for the guest, co-workers and self.

• Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promotes the culture, values and missions of Pursuit
• Maintains a calm demeanor during periods of high volumes or unusual events
• Produces food at a high standard following all recipes and seasoning
• Plates in accordance to Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef\xe2\x80\x99s standards
• Always provides guests & co-workers with exceptional hospitality
• Follows operational policies and procedures
• Ensures all areas of working environment are clean and sanitary
• Ensures that work environment is safe and free of hazards (hazard ID/reporting)
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
• Preparation of food items are consistent with recipes and health codes
• Cleaning and maintenance schedules diligently adhered to
• Ensure line is prepped and ready for service based on PAR levels
• Will perform all other reasonable duties as directed by leadership

What skills and experience do you need for this job?:

• Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong sense of teamwork
• Commitment to follow all safety standards, practices and requirements
• Previous kitchen experience is an asset
• Journeyman apprentice is an asset
• Food Safe certification is an asset
• Physically able to lift and carry up to 50lbs
• Ability to work standing for extended periods of time

What will your work environment be like?:

• Beautiful. You\xe2\x80\x99ll work in an iconic, unforgettable and inspiring locations. You\xe2\x80\x99ll see amazing scenery and wildlife. You\xe2\x80\x99ll participate in team events \xe2\x80\x93 and fun!
• Independent. You\xe2\x80\x99ll spend your days in and around our amazing properties.
• Remote. Our home is filled with trees, lakes and blue-bird skies; rather than buildings, freeways and smog.
• Busy. You need to be prepared for a physical working environment with walking, stair climbing, bending, reaching, lifting (up to 50 pounds with assistance) required

This job description describes this role at a high level, but no document can anticipate every single task, issue or project that could come up. We work as a team and believe that we succeed together \xe2\x80\x93 these job duties may change based on the needs of the team and company as a whole.


To handle this job successfully, any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help a person with disabilities perform their job. This job is based in Alberta, Canada. Relocation to the area and the legal ability to work in Canada is required. Equal Employment Opportunity Information: Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Pursuit values diverse backgrounds and experience and we welcome all who are eligible to work in Canada to apply! We thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.