Cook

Youness Canada Immigration Ltd; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company in Canada is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare and cook dishes while supervising kitchen staff. The ideal candidate should have a secondary school diploma and experience in commercial cooking. Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen operations, ensuring food safety, and managing inventories.

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary school is usually required.
• Completion of a three-year apprenticeship program for cooks.
• May require several years of commercial cooking experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes.
• Supervise kitchen staff and oversee kitchen operations.
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements & costs.

Skills

Food Safety

Cooking Skills

Supervision

Inventory Management

Education

Completion of secondary school

Completion of a three-year apprenticeship program

Job description

We are a blend of taste, culture and community. Our founder, Reverend Susumu Ikuta, came from Japan to Canada to share a life full of faith and community. He opened Edo Japan over 40 years ago as a means for both nourishing and providing for the community. This inclusive philosophy is at the core of our company of franchisees to this day.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers.
• Oversee kitchen operations and inspect food service areas.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• May set up and oversee buffets
• May clean kitchen and work area
• May plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements & costs, and monitor & order supplies.
• May hire and train kitchen staff.

Employment Requirements:

• French Language Test (TCF)
• Completion of secondary school is usually required.
• Completion of a three-year apprenticeship program for cooks or completion of college or other program in cooking or food safety or several years of commercial cooking experience may be required.
• Trade certification is available, but voluntary, in all provinces and territories.
• Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified cooks upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.