Monday, October 27, 2025

Job Description

$17.00 / HourComprehensive Benefit Package and RRSP Matching for Full Time EmployeesEmployee Meal PlanFree Employee ParkingThis position is located in a secure airport environment and a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is required. All candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada and must be able to provide the necessary government-issued documentation required for airport security clearance. Documentation will be reviewed during the onboarding process in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Further information can be found at: https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/non-funding-programs/transportation-security-clearance-program/apply-transportation-security-clearanceSSP Canada operates several restaurants throughout the Calgary International Airport, including: Mi Casa, Bistro on the Bow, Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck, Belgian Beer Cafe, and Bad EggHere are a few things to expect as a Prep Cook at SSP Canada:Understand that our guest is our #1 priority.Greet guests in a courteous and friendly manner (where applicable).Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items.Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station on a daily basis. This includes requisitioning and stocking of all required food, paper products, and condiments.Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly.Follow and complete all items required as listed on shift prep-sheet.Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and break-down of any machinery and equipment.Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality.Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards.Return all items used during your shift to the proper place, clean and organize all work and storage areas (including all coolers and refrigerators), empty and re-line all trash containers.Meet with manager upon arrival to discuss shift set-up, and check out with manager before leaving to ensure duties are completed.Other duties as assigned.SkillsOne year experience working in food service environment is essential.High school diploma preferred.Verbal and written communication is essential. Able to read, speak, and understand the Englishlanguage in order to communicate with guests and take orders.Experience in dealing with problems involving customer service.Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks,count total bank, prepare cash drops, and total all other charges.Food handlers permit as required by law. Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP.  We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities.  We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation or age.

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