Kitchen Assistant (Female Only Staff)

Kitchen Assistant - Job Description

Cedarcrest Foundation is seeking a passionate and experienced Kitchen Assistant for its Conference Centre in Belfountain, Ontario. _Cedarcrest hosts some Women Only activities that require Female Only staff._You will assist the culinary team to deliver excellent customer service to our guests at our Conference Center in Belfountain, Ontario. Reporting to the Administration Director, this is a hands-on position with opportunities for the successful candidate to learn and expand their skills set.

What is in it for you:

• Competitive wages bi-weekly
• Vacation Pay
• Commuter benefit
• Health benefit
• Other bonus
• Paid breaks
• On duty meals
• Opportunity to develop your talents
• Paid mandatory training hours (at Ontario minimum wage)

What you will be doing:

• wash work tables, meat blocks, cupboards, walls and appliances and clean kitchen work areas, equipment, utensils and dishes
• sweep and mop floors, and perform other duties to assist cook and kitchen staff
• remove and clear kitchen garbage
• remove dishes before and after courses, scrape and stack dishes, carry linen to and from laundry area
• clear and clean tables and trays in eating establishments
• bring clean dishes, flatware and other items to serving areas and set tables
• refill condiments and other supplies at tables and in serving areas
• unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, cupboards and storage areas
• help to wash, peel and prepare basic food items and beverages

• wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans either with a dishwasher or by hand
• place dishes in storage areas, sweep and scrub floors, sort and remove garbage and wash garbage cans

• may also clean and prepare food, keep kitchen work areas clean and orderly load and unload trucks picking up or delivering food and supplies
• Follow cleaning standards and guidelines while clearing tables for guests once they have finished their meals
• Keep inventory of items such as clean dishes and napkins and ensure that ample amounts are available as needed
• Possess the ability to maintain a high level of focus while completing various tasks such as washing dishes, loading and unloading dishwashers, restocking items such as napkins and cutlery, and maintaining a clean environment for guests

Your experience and skills include:

• Ability to multi-task efficiently
• Strong communications skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of food safety standards and practices
• Able to use common kitchen equipment and appliances safely (such as commercial dishwasher)
• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Reliable means of transportation
• Ontario Food Handler Certification is Required

This is a full-time or part-time position , there is a requirement to work on weekends and some holidays.

Please note International applications are not accepted at this time.