cook

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Restaurant. Staff accommodation available. Various locations.

Tasks:

• Co-ordinate special events.
• Determine the size of food portions and costs.
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Order supplies and equipment.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Clean kitchen and work areas.
• Organize buffets and banquets.

Transportation/travel information:

Travel expenses paid by employer.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Physically demanding.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Work under pressure.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Dependability.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Flexibility.
• Initiative.
• Judgement.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Time management.

Screening questions:

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Employment terms options:

Evening. Shift. Flexible hours.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

Morning. Night. Day. Weekend. Overtime available.

Other benefits:

Learning/training paid by employer. Other benefits.

Support for youths:

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.