Cook

Sodexo Canada Ltd; Aurora; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food services is seeking a Cook 1 who will prepare and present a variety of meals for different occasions. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a Food Handlers Certificate, and some culinary experience. This role requires flexibility, effective communication, and a commitment to high standards in food preparation and safety.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of basic equipment operation and cash handling procedures preferred.
• Food Handlers Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of food items.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Food Preparation

Kitchen Experience

Sanitation

Knife Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description: Cook 1

The Cook 1 will accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods, including Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Special/Catered Events. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Sodexo may identify other responsibilities. These responsibilities may differ among accounts depending on business needs and client requirements.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 0 to 2 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of basic equipment operation and cash handling procedures preferred.

Certifications and Skills:

• Food Handlers Certificate.
• Professional appearance and conduct, honesty, and ethics.
• Positive attitude and effective communication with coworkers and other departments.
• Respectful and professional relationships with coworkers, vendors, supervisors, managers, customers, and clients.
• Computer literacy.
• Good knowledge of food preparation and familiarity with kitchen equipment.
• Ability to read and follow recipes independently.
• Willingness to learn and grow.
• Maturity in judgment and behavior.
• High standards for work areas and appearance, including compliance with dress code.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Compliance with Sodexo time and attendance policies and client operating hours.

Physical Requirements:

• Close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment, with or without corrective lenses.
• Ability to stand for long periods (up to 8 hours).
• Reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 35 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 50 pounds, possibly with mechanical aids.
• Participation in outdoor activities and events may be required.

Work Environment:

• Varying schedule including evenings, holidays, weekends, and extended hours as needed.
• Potential exposure to warm/hot environments and outdoor weather conditions.
• Moderate to loud noise levels.

Additional Information:

Sodexo is committed to employment equity and diversity. We do not discriminate based on protected classes and welcome applications from persons with disabilities, with accommodations available upon request.

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Key Skills:

Culinary Experience, Food Handling, Restaurant Experience, Food Preparation, Kitchen Experience, Hotel Experience, Taleo, Cake Decorating, Cooking, Baking, Sanitation, Knife Skills