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Line cook - NUPO - job post

shokunin hospitality group
631 Confluence Way SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1C3
$17–$20 an hour - Part-time, Full-time

Job details

Pay

  • $17–$20 an hour

Job type

  • Part-time
  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • Weekends as needed
  • Night shift
  • Holidays

Location

631 Confluence Way SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1C3

Full job description

NUPO — proudly ranked #75 on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants and home to Chef Darren MacLean’s bold take on Japanese-style cuisine — is seeking a skilled and passionate Line Cook to join our kitchen leadership team.

This is your opportunity to work in one of the country’s most innovative culinary spaces, where tradition meets fire, precision meets chaos, and every plate tells a story. If you thrive under pressure, obsess over details, and bring pride to every cut, sear, and sauce — we want you on the line.

Join Calgary's most dynamic kitchen team and elevate your culinary career at one of Canada's top-ranked restaurants.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

As Line cook, you’ll work closely with our Executive and Head Chefs to execute an elevated, ever-evolving menu rooted in Japanese techniques and seasonal Canadian ingredients. You’ll help drive excellence in every service while mentoring junior staff and leading by example in both speed and discipline.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Quality & Standards

  • Discipline
  • Always clean and organize
  • Uphold Shokunin's reputation for quality, efficiency, and innovation
  • Ensure all dishes meet Chef Darren MacLean's exacting standards
  • Maintain speed and precision during peak service times
  • Support kitchen culture of continuous improvement and learning

WHAT YOU BRING:

  • Minimum 3 years of kitchen experience, ideally in high-end or fast-paced culinary environments
  • Knowledge of Japanese cuisine and techniques — or a strong willingness to learn deeply
  • Fierce commitment to speed, precision, and cleanliness
  • Ability to manage multiple stations and lead by example during high-volume service
  • Confidence to train, mentor, and motivate other kitchen staff
  • Availability for days, late nights, weekends, and public holidays
  • Culinary program certification is an asset but not required
  • Passion for Japanese culinary culture and commitment to continuous learning

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

  • Competitive wage with performance-based opportunities for advancement
  • Full-time employment in a nationally acclaimed restaurant
  • A chance to create and grow within a globally recognized food culture brand

If you’re ready to sharpen your craft, lead with fire, and cook with purpose —
Apply now and step into the heat at Nupo.

Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Application question(s):

  • Have you worked in fine dining, high-volume, or award-winning restaurant kitchens?

Experience:

  • working in a fine dining restaurant: 3 years (required)

Location:

  • Calgary, AB T2G 1C3 (required)

Work Location: In person

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