cook

Mezza Lebanese Kitchen; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is seeking a cook responsible for preparing and cooking complete meals and managing kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will train staff, supervise kitchen helpers, and maintain inventory in a fast-paced environment. A secondary school graduation certificate is required and candidates should have strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking, and handling of food.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain inventory.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and inspect food service areas.
• Organize buffets and banquets.
• Work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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

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
• ReliabilityTeam player

Experience

• 1 to less than 7 months
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 40 hours per week