Cook

Woodbine Entertainment Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodbine Entertainment Group, a historic horseracing and entertainment venue in Canada, seeks a kitchen professional to prepare and cook menu items, assist with buffet and event food production, and maintain stations. You will work in a fast-paced team, follow recipes and safety standards, with pay rates of $23.02/hour during probation and $24.02/hour after probation.

Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs; Food Handler Certification is an asset.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or kitchen experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs when needed
• Food Handler Certification is an asset
• Must be willing to follow recipes, portion standards, and kitchen procedures

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and standards
• Assist with buffet, à la carte, and event food production
• Complete daily prep lists and communicate any shortages
• Set up, stock, and maintain assigned stations
• Cook proteins, vegetables, starches, soups, sauces, and other menu items as needed
• Follow health and safety standards at all times
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Assist with receiving, rotation, labeling, and storage of food products
• Work as part of a team during busy service periods
• Help with cleaning duties and end-of-shift close down

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Stamina

Attention to detail

Job description

A NEW BREED OF ENTERTAINMENT With almost 150 years of proud horseracing history, Woodbine Entertainment Group is the founding pioneer and largest operator of professional horseracing in Canada. Building on our rich past, we are surging ahead to the future with an energized, new vision. Today we deliver the most thrilling and highest quality racing, dining and entertainment experiences to our visitors. In doing so, we remain a world-leader in horse-racing - and also among the most exciting and diverse entertainment facilities on the globe.

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and standards
• Assist with buffet, à la carte, and event food production
• Complete daily prep lists and communicate any shortages
• Set up, stock, and maintain assigned stations
• Cook proteins, vegetables, starches, soups, sauces, and other menu items as needed
• Follow proper food handling, cooling, reheating, and storage procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow health and safety standards at all times
• Assist with receiving, rotation, labeling, and storage of food products
• Work as part of a team during busy service periods
• Help with cleaning duties and end-of-shift close down

• Previous cooking or kitchen experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs when needed
• Food Handler Certification is an asset
• Must be willing to follow recipes, portion standards, and kitchen procedures

Pay Rate: $23.02/hour during probation and $24.02/hour after probation

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Be Yourself. We believe differences should be valued and celebrated. By building diverse and inclusive teams, we strive to provide a more authentic and empowering work experience that unlocks the potential of our people. Regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, we believe everyone has the right to express their ideas, ambitions, and pursue their goals with confidence and integrity. Diversity breeds innovation. We want people to think differently. Our commitment is to build a culture that welcomes everyone and leverages their unique perspectives to be a great entertainment company that shares the thrill of horseracing experiences with the world. At the core of everything we do is the beauty of the race horse, but it takes thousands of people from diverse backgrounds to do it as well as we do. Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Our team members work in fields such as wagering, hospitality, marketing, property services, finance, broadcasting, IT and much more.