Buffet Kitchen Prep Cook (3rd) – Fast-Paced

Great Canadian Entertainment; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Canadian Entertainment is seeking a 3rd Cook to join our culinary team. Under the supervision of Culinary Management, you will prepare and cook menu items for the buffet and restaurant outlets, assemble and garnish hot and cold dishes, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

The position requires at least 6 months of culinary experience and a Food Safety Certification; bilingual ability is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; culinary education is a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of culinary experience.
• Food Safety Certification is required.
• Must communicate effectively with customers and staff.
• Knowledge of food safety requirements.
• Ability to perform tasks safely within time limits.
• Must be 19 years or older.
• Criminal background check must be passable.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, pre-cooks and cooks food with strict adherence to menu specs.
• Prepares mise en place and garnishes for high-volume production.
• Set up, stock, and tear down buffet as instructed.
• Prepare salads, sandwiches, dressings, sauces, vegetables and fruits per recipes.
• Reheat soups, gravies and hot dishes as needed.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to prepare appetizers for buffet and outlets.
• Assist Cook 1 and Cook 2 with meat, seafood and raw items per recipes and safety standards.
• Assist in catering and event food preparation.
• Clean and sanitize equipment; follow health and safety policies.
• Maintain temperature logs and minimize waste.
• Restock items; sanitize workstation daily.
• Inspect work area for hazards; report issues.
• Follow PPE usage and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary education

Food Safety Certification

Customer/staff communication

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Age 19+

Criminal background check

Job description

Great Canadian Entertainment is seeking a 3rd Cook to join our culinary team. Under the supervision of Culinary Management, you will prepare and cook menu items for the buffet and restaurant outlets, assemble and garnish hot and cold dishes, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

The position requires at least 6 months of culinary experience and a Food Safety Certification; bilingual ability is a plus but not required.