Cook

HMSHost; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

HMSHost is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing various food items in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have food preparation skills, knowledge of safety standards, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. This position offers opportunities for skill development in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Holiday pay

Meal and transportation benefits

RRSP retirement plan with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Training and career growth opportunities

Referral program

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related cooking experience.
• Experience in high-volume and casual dining preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items following recipes.
• Clean and sanitize work stations and kitchen equipment.
• Practice excellent food safety and sanitation practices.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Knowledge of HACCP standards

Job description

Benefits of a Career at HMSHost

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, flex, or sick leave)
• Holiday pay
• Meal and transportation benefits
• RRSP retirement plan with company match
• *Company-paid life insurance
• *Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training and career growth opportunities
• Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus

Job Description: Cook

The Cook is responsible for preparing cooked foods and must be able to perform all station functions, including Fry, Flat Top Griddle, Pantry, and Egg stations. The role involves communicating ticket times and potential problems to the manager on duty and servers, providing high-quality service, and performing other duties as directed by management. This is a non-exempt position.

Essential Functions:

1. Follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving food items such as soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other products.
2. Taste products, follow menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to plan production and requisition supplies.
3. Clean and sanitize work stations and equipment.
4. Practice excellent food safety and sanitation practices, complying with HACCP standards.
5. Operate various kitchen equipment; measure and mix ingredients; wash, peel, cut, and shred fruits and vegetables.
6. Stock, date, rotate, and check the temperature of products.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• Food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards.
• At least 1 year of related cooking experience; experience in high-volume and casual dining preferred.
• Knowledge of soups, sauté, broiler, fry, and pantry stations.
• Ability to read, understand instructions, and communicate effectively with customers.
• Physical ability to lift/move up to 40 pounds, bend, twist, and stand for long periods.
• Frequent immersion of hands in water and chemical solutions.
• Regular use of sharp knives, utensils, and hot equipment.
• Work in hot environments regularly.

For more information about HMSHost and career opportunities, visit https://www.hmshost.com/.

Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates, is an equal opportunity employer. We ensure fair employment practices and prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics as defined by law.