JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for all food preparation and service. Perform tasks working independently and as an effective team member on larger projects, requiring little supervision. Assemble a team and act as Team Leader on large group tasks. Clean, organize, and maintain all food preparation and storage areas.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
· This is a leadership role within the kitchen, and the employee will act as a role-model and trainer for junior employees at all times. When a Manager or CdP is not present in the kitchen, the employee will take leadership and responsibility for smooth flow of production
· Sign in and out in full uniform on time and prepared for work
· Check Prep List, and Function Sheets for daily assignments and to ensure accuracy of production
· Check mise-en-place/prep for completed tasks
· Assemble necessary equipment/product for tasks as selected from prep list or as assigned by supervisor, ensuring quality and freshness of all ingredients
· Take initiative and ensure timely and accurate completion of all prep duties
· Ensure highest quality standards of all food prepared and served
· Properly label, wrap, and store all completed prep, and extra stock to maintain freshness and ensure accuracy of distribution.
· Check next-day setups to ensure accurate completion
· Clean and sanitize all work areas, storage spaces and equipment according to proper sanitation procedures, monitoring junior employees’ safety and sanitation practices
· Take a strong role during service with any tasks needed to facilitate guest satisfaction
· Assume independent responsibility for and team leadership in production and service of medium sized functions up to 150 people
· Assume a strong role assisting with production and service of larger functions
· Assume a Team Leader role for large preparation and service tasks
· Responsible for training and monitoring of newer, less experienced staff
· Perform more complicated preparation tasks (butchering, soup and sauce making, etc…), take the initiative; ask and learn when opportunity presents
· When assigned, be prepared to work service stations in the function spaces (i.e. Carving, soup pouring, flambé, or crepe stations)
· Notify purchaser of product shortage/outage using the provided board, anticipating upcoming needs
· Show initiative and drive to improve performance levels and skills
· Other tasks as required
Key Standards:
· OCEC adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of employees and guests.
· Grooming: All employees are required to be clean and well groomed, and must adhere to all uniform standards. Employees are to be in full uniform prior to signing in and will practice good hygiene at all times. Jackets, aprons, Toque, and bar towels are supplied. The Employee is responsible for having clean black pants, Black socks and cleaned and polish-able black shoes (safety toe is recommended but not required)
· Planning: All Employees are required to participate in daily and weekly production planning. Contracts will be posted and all employees need to be aware of upcoming business levels
· Purchasing: All employees are required to assist purchasers in tracking stock products. Using implemented system to notify purchaser of low/missing stock
· Receiving/Storage: All employees are required to participate in proper storage of all product, ensuring proper First-In-First-Out stock rotation, and maintaining organization and cleanliness of all storage areas on a daily basis
· Food Standards: Wherever possible all products will be prepared according to standard recipes. ALL GUEST REQUESTS WILL BE ACCOMODATED during normal business hours (within reason)
· Cleanliness/Sanitation: All employees will follow a Clean-As-You-Go policy to ensure sanitation levels are maintained, and are jointly responsible for daily maintenance of the kitchen and storage areas
QUALIFICATIONS
· Secondary School Diploma or Equivalency
· 5 years of experience in a hotel, banqueting or restaurant environment
· Food Handler’s Certification or equivalent Safety and Sanitation training
· Work at full pace in a hot and humid environment
· Work at full pace in a Cold/Refrigerated/Freezer environment
· Frequent ascent/decent using stairs carrying light loads (20lb)
· Able to push/pull/steer fully loaded wheeled plate trucks, wheeled rack-and-roll trucks, and wheeled queen-mary product trucks. Up to 200 prepared plates, or loads up to 400lb (185kg)
· Able to lift and maneuver loads up to 20lb (9.7kg) above the shoulder and below the waist
· Able to stand 100% of the shift
· Willingness and ability to work evenings, weekends, and as needed paid hours occasionally in excess of 8hr/day, 5days/weekEffective and enthusiastic team player
· Ability to guide a team towards completion of a large complex task
· Good knife skills
· Ability to do standard arithmetic
· Knowledge of standard measurements and conversions
· Knowledge of advanced cooking technique including butchery and sauce making
· Must possess strong organizational and time management skills
· Must possess a positive attitude towards working and learning
· Ability to read, write, and understand English
Candidates must present their application to this posting in writing (email or letter format) no later than DATE to: [email protected].
Applications received after 11:59 PM will be eliminated.
All applications will be reviewed, and only viable candidates will be scheduled for an interview.
HCC (Ottawa) LP. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation.
We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our mission.
We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply for available positions and join us in our pursuit of excellence.
We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and any other applicable legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require support/accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected].
Pay: $26.09 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
