Cook

Harbour House HotelThis link will open in a new window; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbour House Hotel in a rural area is seeking a kitchen professional to join the restaurant team on-site. You will determine portions, plan menus, and prepare a variety of dishes while maintaining high standards of food safety.

The role involves supervising kitchen staff and coordinating with dietitians/chefs for special meals. Candidates should have 2–3 years of experience and a relevant certificate or diploma or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a kitchen or related role.
• Certificate or diploma in a related field preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• 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.
• Order supplies and equipment.
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Clean kitchen and work areas.
• Organize buffets and banquets.
• Manage kitchen operations.
• Food safety/handling skills

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Repetitive tasks

Standing for extended periods

Work under pressure

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

or equivalent experience

Job description

OVERVIEW

LANGUAGES

• English

EDUCATION

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

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
• Rural area
• Remote location
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Hotel, motel, resort
• Café

RESPONSIBILITIES

TASKS

• 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
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• 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
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Organize buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations
• Food safety/handling skills

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SECURITY AND SAFETY

• Criminal record check

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Willing to travel

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

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