Cook

Job summary

Plan menus, estimate food requirements and costs, order supplies, and prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes. Accommodate food allergies and special dietary instructions, inspect and clean kitchen areas, and train and supervise kitchen staff.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience 7 months to less than 1 year On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities 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 Order supplies and equipment Supervise kitchen staff and helpers Clean kitchen and work areas Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Food Safety Certificate Additional information Transportation/travel information Public transportation is available Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Fast-paced environment Repetitive tasks Standing for extended periods Work under pressure Personal suitability Dependability Organized Team player Time management Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

What you’ll do

Plan menus, estimate food requirements and costs, order supplies, and prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes. Accommodate food allergies and special dietary instructions, inspect and clean kitchen areas, and train and supervise kitchen staff.

Requirements

The role requires 7 months to less than 1 year of experience and a Food Safety Certificate. No degree, certificate, or diploma is required; candidates should be dependable, organized, able to work as part of a team, and comfortable with fast-paced, physically demanding work.

Listed skills

• Food preparation · Preferred
• Cooking · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Menu Planning
• Food Costing
• Food Preparation
• Cooking
• Allergy-Aware Meal Preparation
• Special Meal Preparation
• Kitchen Inspection
• Staff Training
• Supply Ordering
• Kitchen Supervision
• Food Safety
• Attention To Detail
• Dependability
• Organization
• Teamwork
• Time Management

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality