cook

Government of Canada; Inverness; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Nova Scotia is seeking a qualified candidate to co-ordinate special food service events and manage kitchen operations. The role requires experience in meal preparation, staff training, and food inventory management. Candidates should possess a secondary school graduation certificate and relevant safety certifications. A strong focus on teamwork and excellent communication skills is essential, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience.
• Requires the ability to handle heavy loads and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate special events.
• Determine food portions and costs.
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements.
• Prepare and cook complete meals or dishes.
• Train staff in food preparation and handling.
• Supervise kitchen staff, maintain inventory and records.
• Clean kitchen and work areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Time management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Safe Food Handling certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Rural area

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate special events
• 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
• 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

Credentials

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Safe Food Handling certificate

Additional information

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management