Cook

Government of Canada; Brandon; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Brandon, Manitoba, is seeking a skilled Kitchen Manager who excels in coordinating special events and managing kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have experience with Japanese cuisine and hold a valid Food Safety Certificate. Responsibilities include planning menus, supervising staff, and ensuring quality control standards in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must possess a secondary school graduation certificate and demonstrate client focus, reliability, and excellent communication skills. This role does not allow for remote work and requires physical presence on-site.

Qualifications

• 2 to less than 3 years of experience in related field.
• Experience with Japanese cuisine.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate special events.
• Determine the size of food portions and costs.
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes.
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas.
• Train staff in preparation and handling of food.
• Supervise kitchen staff.
• Maintain inventory and records of food.
• Clean kitchen and work areas.
• Manage kitchen operations.
• Ensure food quality control standards.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

• 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
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Manage kitchen operations
• Provide advice in the area of food preparation and storage, and food safety
• Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards

Credentials

• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Japanese cuisine

Additional information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Reliability
• Team player