Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

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Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items Estimate labour costs Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory Analyze operating costs and other data Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers Create new recipes Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods Requisition food and kitchen supplies Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Recruit and hire staff Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

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Working groups

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Safe Food Handling certificate Emergency First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate Food Safety Certificate

Cuisine specialties

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Canadian Italian cuisine International

Food specialties

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Bakery goods and desserts Cereals, grains and pulses Eggs and dairy Fish and seafood Meat, poultry and game Stocks, soups and sauces Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Security and safety

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Medical exam Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

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Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Attention to detail Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

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Gloves Uniform Computer Internet access Cellular phone

Personal suitability

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Leadership Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Organized Reliability Team player

Screening questions

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Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available for the advertised start date? Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Green job

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Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Group insurance benefits Life insurance

Long term benefits

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Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

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Free parking available Other benefits

Support for persons with disabilities

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Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)

Support for newcomers and refugees

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Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)

Support for youths

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Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth

Support for Veterans

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Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans

Support for Indigenous people

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Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Support for mature workers

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Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

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* Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)