Job Description

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Review Daily production sheets and menus with Chef or Sous Chef
• Set up, organize, and prepare assigned station and menu items
• Identifies and informs the Chef or Manager regarding any problems on station
• Knowledge of menu items and recipes for each kitchen station worked
• Adhere to standardized recipes and specifications in order to maintain consistency and ensure all departmental standards are met
• Keep workstation clean and organized
• Work rapidly and accurately
• Pay attention to detail
• Operate all kitchen equipment including slicers, choppers, mixers, ovens and specialty equipment in the various kitchens
• Interpret and follow recipes
• Take and record inventories of food products/transfers/waste
• Relocate to other kitchens and work areas as needed
• Give clear and concise instructions to cook helpers as needed
• Assist the Chef and Sous Chef in menu preparation, service and breakdown of function
• Experience in a minimum of two different areas of the kitchen, A la Carte Preparation/service, Banquets or production and Catering
• Capable of working in public on live stations and maintaining superior appearance
• Ensure all foods are handled and stored safely in accordance with established health codes and sanitary procedures
• Carry out any other tasks assigned

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years of cooking experience in a high-volume establishment with comparable service and standards
• Red Seal Cook Certificate (Journeyman's papers) or Recognized International Equivalent
• Proven high level of customer service
• Valid Food Handler Certificate required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift
• Cook culinary skills will be tested
• Frequent heavy lifting required
• Grade 12 or equivalent

Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $27.05 per hourSchedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Cooking: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Red Seal Cook Certificate, and Food Handler required (required)

Application deadline: 2022-08-18
Expected start date: 2022-09-01