cook

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Asset languages

• Hindi
• Panjabi; Punjabi

Work setting

• Catering firm
• Food service establishment

Tasks

• Co-ordinate special events
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Order supplies and equipment
• Manage kitchen operations
• Train staff in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff who prepare and portion food
• Supervise and check assembly of trays
• Prepare food order summaries for chef
• Prepare and submit reports
• Prepare budget and cost estimates
• Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage
• Establish methods to meet work schedules
• Estimate ingredient and supplies required for meal preparation
• Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards
• Hire food service staff
• Must have knowledge of the establishment's culinary genres

Supervision

• Kitchen and food service helpers

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Food Safety Certificate

Type of operation

• Baking or cooking

Manufacturing sector experience

• Food

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Efficient interpersonal skills

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Other benefits

• Free parking available