cook

Stacked; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Niagara Falls is seeking a skilled cook to manage food preparation and kitchen operations. Responsibilities include planning menus, cooking meals, and training kitchen staff. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in a restaurant environment, with a strong focus on food safety and customer satisfaction. This is an on-site position with no remote work option, located in a fast-paced kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of relevant experience in food preparation and service.
• Ability to prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes.
• Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Determine food portions and costs.
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements.
• Train staff in food handling and preparation.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Time management

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  
  

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Restaurant
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Determine the size of food portions and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• 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
  
  

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• 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