Central Kitchen Clerk - Full Time

Longo's; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Longo's in Vaughan, ON is seeking a Central Kitchen Clerk who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-service focused environment. You will support daily kitchen operations, assist with product preparation, and ensure clean, well-organized workspaces.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, good verbal communication, reliability, and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Shifts run day-time, with Sunday as a mandatory day, and include start times between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and ability to work with others.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a cold environment.
• Prior kitchen or food service experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keep all kitchen areas clean and organized at all times.
• Follow uniform and appearance guidelines and respond quickly to inquiries.
• Assist with food preparation, packaging and product knowledge.
• Follow safety standards and maintain FIFO and date checks.
• Support production targets while minimizing waste and costs.

Skills

Good verbal communication

Strong initiative

Reliable

Team Player

Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We are looking for a Central Kitchen Clerk who is passionate about food and enjoys working in a fast-paced, customer service centric, team environment!

Are you passionate about food?

Are you looking to take your career to the next level?

Position: Central Kitchen Clerk

Reports to: Department Manager, CK

Status: Full Time

Hours of Work: Day shift with various start times between 6:00 AM-10:00 AM

Days of Work: 5 days per week - Sunday (mandatory) and 4 additional shifts Monday through Friday

Work Location: 8800 Huntington Rd, Vaughan, ON L4H 3M6

Job Overview:

The incumbent is responsible for providing Genuine Merchant customer service by through the preparation and production of products prepared in the Central Kitchen. This position will perform day-to-day activities, following instructions from their supervisor and adhering to company policies and guidelines.

Customer Service:

• Keeping all areas clean at all times
• Adhering to company's uniform and appearance guidelines
• Quick response to questions and requests

Food and Product Knowledge:

Knowledge of food preparation (this role requires individuals work with various meat products, Pork, Chicken, Beef, Lamb) inclusive of marinating, cutting and preparation of veg and dairy items

Department Policies and Standard Operating Procedures:

• Responsible for product presentation, and FIFO.
• Responsible for ensuring the quality and freshness of products at all times by checking dates
• Assisting in the preparation and packing of all food products produced by the Central Kitchen.
• Operating machinery and equipment as required for the above activity.
• Carrying out a variety of kitchen duties as directed.
• Assisting with the achievement of production targets.
• Minimizing production costs.
• Minimizing wastage.

Health and Safety:

• Follow food safety standards
• Follow health and workplace safety standards
• Clean equipment, counter and sanitize work area

Job Knowledge, Skills & Credentials:

• High School Diploma
• Good verbal communication skills
• Strong initiative, excellent work ethic and sense of urgency
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable
• Team Player
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Work is performed in a standard Central Kitchen environment with exposure to various temperatures.
• Able to perform work in a cold environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Longo's is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.

Note: A qualified job applicant with a disability is one who possesses the required skills, education, experience and training and who can, with reasonable accommodation, perform the essential functions of the position applied for.

If you require accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at:

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