Cook 2

Full-Time

POSITION:                     Cook 2-(1 Full Time)

DEPARTMENT:            Kitchen

REPORTING TO:         Executive Chef

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follows all food specifications and recipes to ensure consistency of product

Ensures outlet foods are prepared to specification in a timely fashion.

Ensures quality of outlet foods by use of trained cooking technique

Follows health and safety and proper food handling practices.

Writes and works from daily prep list to maximize production and organization

Responsible for opening and closing duties and checklists

Responsible for sanitization of work stations, cooking areas and equipment.

Perform any other duties assigned by management.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to organize banquet and restaurant functions, a la carte and table d’hote food service.

Ability to follow set health, safety and food handing practices

Ability to follow trained recipe and cooking method guidelines

Ability to lift and carry products up to 25lbs

Understanding of fundamental cooking technique including but not limited to: Pantry, cold food, meats, fish, vegetable preparation, stocks, soups, sauces, timing, plate and platter presentation.

Receives and stores food on fresh in fresh out basis

Ability to communicate effectively with chefs, supervisors, FOH, and fellow team members.  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience in a hotel environment an asset

Food Handlers

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced working environment
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to use all kitchen equipment including but not limited to knives, meat slicers, ranges, ovens, mixers, cooking utensils.

RATE:            $ 29.53 (starting wage) $30.53 (after probation)                      

HOURS:        Must have full availability

One King West Hotel & Residence welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process