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Mezza Lebanese Kitchen; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Mezza Lebanese Kitchen in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia seeks a kitchen assistant with a background in food preparation and line cooking. The position requires the ability to work on site, manage kitchen operations, and train staff while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.

Applicants should be prepared for a fast-paced environment and possess strong organizational skills. Experience is measured in months rather than years, and candidates must pass a criminal record check.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation certificate is required.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes as instructed.
• Prepare and cook special meals following dietitian or chef instructions.
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas to ensure quality and safety.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers to maintain standards.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Organize buffets and banquets as needed.
• Manage kitchen operations to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• 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
• Organize buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth