Cook

Job summary

The cook is responsible for planning menus, preparing meals, and managing kitchen operations including inventory and staff supervision. They must also ensure food safety standards are met and provide training to kitchen staff.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Restaurant 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 Inspect kitchens and food service areas Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food Order supplies and equipment Supervise kitchen staff and helpers Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment Clean kitchen and work areas Recruit and hire staff Manage kitchen operations Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for newcomers and refugees Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.) Does not require Canadian work experience Support for youths 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 Supports for visible minorities Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities

What you’ll do

The cook is responsible for planning menus, preparing meals, and managing kitchen operations including inventory and staff supervision. They must also ensure food safety standards are met and provide training to kitchen staff.

Requirements

Candidates must have a secondary school graduation certificate and 2 to 3 years of relevant experience. The role requires the ability to work on-site and manage kitchen supplies and personnel effectively.

Benefits

• Support for newcomers and refugees • Housing assistance • Transportation assistance • Childcare assistance • On-the-job training • Mentorship • Coaching • Diversity training

Listed skills

• Recruitment · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Menu planning
• Food portioning
• Inventory management
• Kitchen supervision
• Staff training
• Food safety
• Allergy awareness
• Kitchen maintenance
• Supply requisition
• Hiring
• Recruitment
• Cost estimation

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership
• Trades