COOK 2

Original job posting

Prepares and cooks buffet and a la carte menu items for restaurants, conferences, and special functions. Maintains a clean work environment and ensures food preparation adheres to company standards.

Job details

Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels is currently seeking a Cook 2 to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity that can provide flexibility, valuable work experience, and a chance to work with a tenured team. Job Title: Cook 2 Property: Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels ***Please note: By applying to this posting, you are applying for opportunities that may be available at any Vintage Hotels or Niagara's Finest Hotels property.*** This posting is for an existing vacancy within Lais Hotel Properties Limited. Position Summary: Prepares and cooks buffet and a la carte for the restaurant and for special occasions, conferences and other functions in a manner consistent with a superior dining facility. Duties and Responsibilities: Primary Responsibilities: * Providing personalized and exceptional guest service at every given opportunity * Prepares and cooks items for breakfast buffet and the lunch a la carte menu * Sets up line for the lunch buffet when required and cooks all menu items on a daily basis * Work in and maintain a clean environment * Follow Lais Hotel Properties’ standards for food preparation * Assists in the preparation of stocks and soups as required under the direction of the Executive Sous Chef * All other duties as assigned Secondary Responsibilities: * Having a thorough knowledge of Lais Hotel Properties’ products and services * Suggesting additional products and services meeting our guests’ specific preferences Technical/Managerial/Administrative Requirements: * Basic knowledge of WHMIS is considered an asset * Standard first aid is considered an asset * Ability to work under minimal supervision * Understand and practice of safe food handling Professional Requirements: * Grade 12 or equivalent experience * Theoretical training at a community college in a cook apprenticeship program for one year and 6000 hours of in-house on-the-job training under certified Chef or equivalent experience of 3-5 years * Excellent eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills for cutting, chopping and arrangement of meals on plate * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Current Safe Food Handler’s Certificate * Previous up-selling and/or sales experience is considered an asset * Basic literacy skills Personal Attributes: * Able to work flexible shifts * Excellent grooming and hygiene * Good time management skills * Professional work ethics * Good taste ability * Some artistic talent and/or flair for decorating * Good safety habits * Confidence in selling and up-selling products and services * Positive sales-oriented personality * Desire to meet goals * Ethical and honest Physical Requirements: * Bending and lifting in excess of 50 lbs * Able to stand for long periods of time * Able to work in a hot environment * Work in a safe and responsible manner * Constant interruptions and noisy atmosphere make concentration difficult at times Questions, quoting the job title and location, may be directed to hr@vintage-hotels.com [hr@vintage-hotels.com] Lais Hotel Properties Limited is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our team. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability.

What you’ll do

Prepares and cooks buffet and a la carte menu items for restaurants, conferences, and special functions. Maintains a clean work environment and ensures food preparation adheres to company standards.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and either a one-year cook apprenticeship with 6,000 hours of training or 3-5 years of equivalent experience. A current Safe Food Handler's Certificate is mandatory.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food Preparation
• Buffet Cooking
• A La Carte Cooking
• Safe Food Handling
• Knife Skills
• Guest Service
• Time Management
• Up-selling
• WHMIS
• First Aid
• Plating
• Kitchen Hygiene

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Trades