Employment

Team Philosophy - At Melrose, our focus is on our people, constant innovation and leadership. How we do business is driven by all of these things because they are the core of who we are. Our guests are the purpose behind all we do and at Melrose we always strive for total guest satisfaction.

Providing exceptional service is always our goal because we want to stay people’s first choice. A strong, cohesive team is important in any business but it is essential to survival in the service industry. That is why our people are at the centre of all we do at Melrose and their learning is our primary focus. As a part of our team, our focus is on you—your growth, your development and your input. Think You have what it takes to be a part of the Melrose Team?

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Current Positions

2010-03-15

Street Team Member

We are currently seeking for the position of Street Team Member. In this role, you can expect to interact with all customers of Melrose Café & Bar. You will be educating and communicating to consumers on all current promotions as well as setting up merchandising opportunities within the Melrose establishment.

What you can expect from us:

• A dynamic environment to apply your skills, and learn new ones

• A chance to develop merchandising experience and hands on Marketing experience

• An opportunity to be a part of an exciting team

We are currently seeking:

• Energetic, goal oriented and enthusiastic individuals

• People who like to interface with the public and are passionate

• People who enjoy having fun and enjoy the challenge in engaging consumer interest

Responsibilities:

• Fun and energetic interactions with the public

• Outgoing, friendly and creative personality

• Able to work evenings and weekends

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the Melrose Cafe & Bar team, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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2010-03-15

Line Cook

Melrose Cafe & Bar is looking for qualified people to join our kitchen team. We are an award winning establishment winning in the Best Bar/Pub category in WHERE Magazine’s Most Memorable Meal Awards here in Calgary, Alberta. We became known throughout North America as the Heart of the Red Mile during the Calgary Flames amazing playoff run of 2004. We would like to add great people to join our establishment who will contribute to the continued success of Melrose Cafe & Bar.

What we offer:

· Competitive wages

· Relocation reimbursements

· Extensive training and personal development

· Shift meals

· Fun working environment

Duties will include:
• Working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment
• Maintaining a high culinary standard while achieving consistency and quality
• Ensuring a sense of urgency in completion of all tasks
• Promoting a safe, sanitized working environment
• Complying with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Opening, closing and side duties as per the Melrose Cafe & Bar guidelines
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Monitoring and ensuring the highest level of food safety
• Consistently following kitchen systems and principles
• Maintaining strict cleanliness while performing duties as well as on closing
• Punctual for all scheduled shifts

Knowledge and Skills:

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is passionate about creating a memorable experience for our guests. This individual must be self-motivated, organized and committed to meeting and exceeding the standards as outlined. You must have a strong will to succeed and maintain the highest levels of quality, service, cleanliness, safety and food storage management while being conscious of food cost.

It is preferred if you are flexible to work early mornings, afternoons or late evenings.

If you are confident you can succeed as part of our team, you can apply online by clicking the "Apply for Position" link below, apply by faxing your resume to (403) 228-5708, or apply in person to:

Melrose Cafe & Bar
730 17th Ave SW
Calgary, AB
T2S 0B7

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the Melrose Cafe & Bar team, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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2010-03-15

Server/Cocktail

Melrose Cafe & Bar is looking for qualified people to join our serving team. We are an award winning establishment winning in the Best Bar/Pub category in WHERE Magazine’s Most Memorable Meal Awards here in Calgary, Alberta. We became known throughout North America as the Heart of the Red Mile during the Calgary Flames amazing playoff run of 2004. We would like to add great people to join our establishment who will contribute to the continued success of Melrose Cafe & Bar.

Duties will include:

• Maintaining a high guest service standard and excellence in customer service

• Able to build rapport with guests and build regular business

• Meeting quality and cleanliness standards
• Demonstrating enthusiasm and friendliness when performing duties and interacting with guests
• Working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment
• Ensuring a sense of urgency in completion of all tasks
• Demonstrating responsibility, dependability and punctuality
• Opening, closing and side duties as per the Melrose guidelines
• Managing staff and dealing with any problems which may arise.
• Promoting a safe, sanitized working environment
• Maintaining strict cleanliness while performing duties
• Adhering to strict AGLC rules and regulations

Requirements:

· Have 2 years cocktail experience, high volume is an asset

· Successful completion of ProServe

· Be customer service orientated

· Be highly motivated and passionate about creating a memorable experience to our guests.

· Be self-motivated and committed to meeting and exceeding our organization’s standards

· Have a strong will to succeed and take pride in maintaining the highest levels of quality, service and cleanliness.

· Be available to work mornings, afternoons and nights both weekdays and weekends

If you are confident you can succeed as part of our team, you can apply online by clicking the "Apply for Position" link below, apply by faxing your resume to (403) 228-5708, or apply in person to:

Melrose Cafe & Bar
730 17th Ave SW
Calgary, AB
T2S 0B7

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the Melrose Cafe & Bar team, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please

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2010-02-24

Sous Chef

Melrose Cafe & Bar is looking for a experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. We are an award winning establishment winning in the Best Bar/Pub category in WHERE Magazine’s Most Memorable Meal Awards here in Calgary, Alberta. We became known throughout North America as the Heart of the Red Mile during the Calgary Flames amazing playoff run of 2004. We would like to add great people to join our establishment who will contribute to the continued success of Melrose Cafe & Bar.

What we offer:

· Competitive salary

· Benefits

· Manager incentive program

· Extensive training and personal development opportunities

· Relocation reimbursements

· Shift meals

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Running the kitchen while maintaining operational standards and best practices as well as food safety.

· Coaching staff on a daily basis.

· Assisting in the planning and execution of functions

· Accountability for supporting standards of cleanliness, timing, uniform, grooming, organization, production, food quality, and consistency.

· Ensuring a high level of cleanliness and repair of kitchen by supervising kitchen cleaning schedules and overseeing equipment maintenance.

· Managing daily labour costs in the kitchen.

· Accurately conducting food inventory on a weekly basis.

· Assisting the Executive Chef with maintaining appropriate food cost.

· Promoting a safe working environment and complying with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

· Performing opening, closing and side duties as per the Melrose Cafe & Bar guidelines.

· Other duties as assigned by senior management.

Preferred Education and Qualifications:

· Minimum of 4 years in a high volume setting.

· 3 years experience as a Sous Chef/Kitchen Supervisor role

· Red Seal Certificate or working towards

· Effective communication both written and orally.

· The ability to work independently and take initiative.

· Experience training all kitchen positions is an asset.

· Being able to work effectively in an environment that embraces team work.

· Punctuality.

· Strong analytical skills.

· Possess a strong will to succeed.

· Are self motivated and strive to constantly achieve the highest levels of quality, service, cleanliness, safety while being conscious of food cost.

· The ability to handle a flexible schedule is preferred.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the Melrose Cafe & Bar team, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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