DH-THIRD COOK Job Description

POSITION: Third Cook

DEPARTMENT: Culinary/Kitchen

STATUS OF POSITION: Seasonal

Why Deerhurst?

Nestled in the heart of Muskoka, Deerhurst Resort can become your new office with a view. Becoming a Host unlocks a world of opportunity to not only grow your hospitality career but yourself as well. On top of the beautiful and relaxing surroundings Deerhurst Hosts enjoy complementary activities such as Golf, Recreation activities, pool and gym access. Discounts on food, clothing and concessions, and hotel stays are just some of the perks available to all Hosts. Affordable staff housing is available on site and includes laundry, internet, shuttle service. Join our team and find out why thousands of people visit Deerhurst every year. Apply to Deerhurst today, Muskoka’s preferred place to work and play.

Job Description

Position Summary

Responsible for preparing quality food on a timely and accurate basis to the guest’s specifications based on established guidelines.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provides exceptional and professional service to our guests and team members
• Ensures the well-being of our guests and team members by being alert to and reporting potential hazards
• Models all Deerhurst Resort Standards while caring for the guests, co-workers and owners
• Comfortable making responsible decisions and develops recommendations for effective problem solving
• Maintains a high focus on sanitation and working clean
• Handles and stores food as per the sanitary guidelines
• Complies with all loss prevention guidelines
• Reports any faulty equipment immediately
• Cooks food to order per recipe card and plating guide
• Recognizes quality standards in fresh vegetables, fish, dairy and other meat products
• Completes all other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Any culinary work experience
• Completion of Food Safety/Food Handler courses (Asset)
• Is flexible with their schedule, available for shift work including evenings, weekends and holidays as business levels require

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

The Perks for All Team Members

• Gain experience in a fun environment
• Free resort pass access: complimentary access to all on site activities and amenities, pool, gym and more!
• Hotel, retail and restaurant discounts
• Meet new people and work within a great team

Visa Requirements: Must be eligible to work in Canada.