Cook 3 (Full-Time) - YUL Airport

Job summary

Prepare, garnish, and present food according to recipes and portion standards, while setting up and stocking the kitchen station and properly handling and rotating products. Maintain kitchen equipment and cleanliness, complete shift checklists, and ensure food quality and health standards are met.

Job details

Job Description $22.02/ hour Morning shifts starting at 3:30am Weekends Required Comprehensive Benefit Package Employee Meal Plan Free Employee Parking or Opus reimbursement SSP Canada operates multiple restaurants at the Montreal Trudeau Airport. We are seeking a skilled and efficient Prep Cook to join our team. This role focuses on food preparation, including slicing, chopping, and general prep work in a Restaurant Kitchen Environment. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong knife skills, and maintains high food safety and quality standards. If you have a passion for food and enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen, we encourage you to apply! Responsibilities Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items. Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station on a daily basis. This includes requisitioning and stocking of all required food, paper products, and condiments. Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly. Follow and complete all items required as listed on shift prep-sheet. Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and break-down of any machinery and equipment. Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality. Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required. Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards. Qualifications And Experience One year experience working in food service environment is essential. High school diploma preferred. Experience in dealing with problems involving customer service. Basic mathematical skills necessary to operate a cash register, make change, total guest checks, count total bank, prepare cash drops, and total all other charges. Food handlers permit as required by law. Brand Certification as required. Ability to remember, recite, and promote the variety of menu items. Ability to operate a keyboard & point of sale procedures to pre-check an order & close out a check. Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long period of time. SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable law. Required This position is located in a secure airport environment and a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is required. All candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada and must be able to provide the necessary government-issued documentation required for airport security clearance. Documentation will be reviewed during the onboarding process in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Further information can be found at: https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/non-funding-programs/transportation-security-clearance-program/apply-transportation-security-clearance

What you’ll do

Prepare, garnish, and present food according to recipes and portion standards, while setting up and stocking the kitchen station and properly handling and rotating products. Maintain kitchen equipment and cleanliness, complete shift checklists, and ensure food quality and health standards are met.

Requirements

At least one year of food service experience is essential; a high school diploma is preferred. Candidates need customer service experience, basic math and point-of-sale abilities, a food handler permit as required by law, and the ability to stand for extended periods; airport security clearance and legal authorization to work in Canada are required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefit Package • Employee Meal Plan • Free Employee Parking or Opus Reimbursement

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Food Preparation
• Knife Skills
• Food Safety
• Recipe Following
• Portion Control
• Kitchen Setup and Maintenance
• Food Stocking and Rotation
• Perishable Food Handling
• Cleaning and Sanitation
• Customer Service
• Basic Mathematics
• Cash Register Operation
• Point-of-Sale Procedures
• Menu Knowledge
• Working in Confined Spaces

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Customer Service & Support
• Security & Safety