Certified Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen & Prep Expert

Compass Group Canada; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (vision + dental)

Mental health & wellness program

Career development opportunities

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook food in accordance with corporate standards and regulations, ensuring high quality service at all times. The role requires hands-on cooking, mise en place, and adherence to safety policies while working in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have proven cooking experience, a valid Food Safety Certification, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with excellent communication skills and

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare "mise en place" for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use per health and safety policies.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverages.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety certification

Cooking school certificate

Cooking methods

Accuracy and speed

Industry best practices

Independent and team work

Written and verbal communication

Physical ability

Job description

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook food in accordance with corporate standards and regulations, ensuring high quality service at all times. The role requires hands-on cooking, mise en place, and adherence to safety policies while working in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have proven cooking experience, a valid Food Safety Certification, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with excellent communication skills and