Job Description

Cook

Working with and reporting to our executive chef, the Cook's duties include and are not limited to:

Duties & Responsibilities

Offering warm and professional service to our residents and their guests

Leading the preparing, service, and cleanup of all meals and snacks.

Supervising and assisting with the cleaning of dishware, glassware, and cutlery at the conclusion of mealtimes.

Supervising and assisting in the cleaning of kitchen wares and the overall cleanliness and sanitization of the kitchen.

Taking ownership in the organization and completion of all culinary prep and execution and service.

Logging temperatures of food items and refrigeration units.

Ensures that food is properly stored.

Welcome our culinary hires and help them in achieving proper training.

Provide mentorship and encourage our junior staff members.

Strives to improve cooking skills and expands knowledge about food products and techniques.

To follow and act in accordance with provincial health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures as outlined by Bishops Gardens.

To complete other duties as assigned.

Attend all training sessions and departmental meetings.

Providing warm and personalized service to our residents and to be an actively engaged member of the team!

This is a great opportunity for an apprentice to log hours, gain experience, and progress toward their Red Seal under a journeyman chef.

Qualifications

Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate

Current first aid and CPR certification

Demonstrates ability to supervise and lead the team during busy times.

Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand/walk for majority of shift

Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

Preference given to those with 5+ years in large volume scratch cooking.

Good communication skills and ability to work well and lead others.

Medical Certificate (including proof of immunization and TB testing).

WHMIS Training

Demonstrates excellent customer service skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Casual

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Work Location: In person