Job Description

The World Trade Center of Saskatoon Prairieland Park Corporation currently requires a

casual

Cook to join our team!

The Cook will contribute to extraordinary culinary events, superior first-rate customer service, and a positive, safe working environment. Under the direction of the Executive Chef, the Cook will prepare food as part of a team, for events as large as 5,000 people.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

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Prepare and cook a wide variety of items including appetizers, salads, soups, hot meals, and desserts following established recipes and guidelines. Ensure that all food is prepared to high-quality standards, paying attention to consistency of taste, presentation, and portion size. Operate kitchen utensils and equipment according to safe work procedures. Adhere to proper safe food handling, storage, and cleaning practices to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment. Maintain positive, open communication with Food and Beverage team members to facilitate smooth kitchen operations, including coordination of timing of food preparation. Contribute to a positive customer experience by executing orders in a timely and efficient manner. Contribute to menu and product research and development. Contribute to managing inventory of supplies and ingredients. This includes but is not limited to receiving, properly storing, and identifying needed supplies and ingredients. Contribute to training team members on safe work procedures, food handling, and equipment usage. Adhere to health and safety practices and policies. Monitor equipment performance and report any safety concerns. Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES

Minimum of one year of commercial cooking experience. Experience cooking for banquets is considered an asset. WHIMS Certification, Food Safe Level 1 and 2 Certification. Safety-minded. Team player with strong interpersonal skills Go-getter who takes initiative, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in superior first-rate customer service. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and nights. Experience in receiving, storage and maintenance of inventory. Knowledge of common commercial kitchen equipment; food preparation terms; cooking methods; meat cuts; fish and shellfish; poultry; catering terms. This position requires standing, walking, and lifting awkward / heavy objects along with use of pallet jacks when moving product or accepting orders.
Wage is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Prairieland Park is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Type: Casual

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Flexible schedule
Schedule:

Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Night shift Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-25