cook

Education

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

Asset languages

• Spanish; Castilian

Work setting

• Restaurant

Tasks

• Determine the size of food portions and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Manage kitchen operations

Cuisine specialties

• Canadian
• Mexican
• Caribbean and Latin American cuisine
• Gluten-free
• Vegan

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Shift
• Flexible hours
• Morning
• Night
• On call

Experience

• Experience an asset

Employment terms options

• Weekend
• Overtime required