Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Sous Chef, or Manager, F&B, this position is responsible for the preparation of food items, maintaining all company standards and adhering to all safety and hygiene policies and procedures while contributing to a safe and welcome work environment for all team members. Ensures adherence to the Company's policies and procedures, motivates and leads by example and supports Great Canadian's learning environment while establishing a safe and welcoming work environment for all team members.
Key Accountabilities
- Prepares, pre-cooks and cooks food products as directed
- Prepares mis en place (setting in place) of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery and other products as required for high volume production
- Cleans kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures
- Receives stock from receiving operations, labels, dates, stores and rotates in appropriate storage areas
- May serve staff meals in the staff cafeteria at some locations
- May take orders over the counter at some locations
- Counts inventory as directed
- Liaises and communicates effectively with all appropriate operational departments
- Develops and cultivates strong working relationships with all stakeholders: guests, ownership and team members
- Ensures compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed
Education and Qualifications
- High School Diploma; Culinary education an asset
- Minimum 6 months of culinary experience
- Red Seal certification through ITA or current enrollment in the program an asset
- Food Safety Certification
- Ability to successfully complete a background check
- Ability to exceed internal and external customer expectations through timely, effective and service oriented communication
Work Environment Considerations
- Regular kitchen environment, standing and walking for long periods of time, major exposure to heat, cold steam, noise, odors; lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stretching, bending, some exposure to fumes, smoke, chemical s, risk of minor cuts and burn
