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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Senior · 5+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Lead Cook is responsible for the timely preparation of high-quality, nutritious meals while maintaining a clean kitchen and storage area. They must manage inventory and ensure all food service activities comply with safety and health regulations.
Job details
Company Description WHO ARE WE? Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care. Job Description WHAT'S THE JOB? At Dexterra, we create exceptional customer experiences that make our clients shine. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together to turn problems into solutions and challenges into moments of ingenuity. As a Cook, reporting to the Manager, you will be responsible for the proper and timely preparation of meals including, but not limited to, food service, food safety. Your work will include: Always maintaining a clean kitchen and food storage areas . Prepare high quality, nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch) according to the client scheduling and within the menu plan and budget guidelines. Be flexible and respond to client needs and food preferences as necessary. Adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety regulations and Safe Food Handling. Adhere to all relevant Dexterra and procedures. Manage inventory. Qualifications WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? A clear criminal background check is required for this role. A minimum of 5 years of experience A team-player committed to providing client satisfaction Ability to multitask, prioritize and stay organized under pressure Reliable, punctual and able to manage time effectively Comfortable working as a solo cook with support Additional Information WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Be part of an industry that's more important than ever! Employee Referral Program! Career advancement opportunities. Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing! Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader. Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request. Compensation: CAD 20.00 - CAD 26.00 - weekly
What you’ll do
The Lead Cook is responsible for the timely preparation of high-quality, nutritious meals while maintaining a clean kitchen and storage area. They must manage inventory and ensure all food service activities comply with safety and health regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience and be able to pass a criminal background check. The role requires a reliable, organized individual capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Employee Referral Program
- Career advancement opportunities
Listed skills
- Time management · Preferred
- Teamwork · Preferred
- Food safety · Preferred
- Food preparation · Preferred
- Multitasking · Preferred
- Prioritization · Preferred
- Inventory management · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Menu planning
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Prioritization
- Kitchen maintenance
- Safe food handling
- Teamwork
- Ingenuity
- Food Services
- Economics
- Occupational Safety And Health
- Food Safety And Sanitation
- Inventory Management
- Time Management
- Scheduling
Job areas
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Lead Cook
- Cook
- Cooks
- Cooks, Restaurant
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