Cook

Germain Hotels; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special rates during stays

Creative and independent environment

On-site gym

Job summary

Germain Hotels in Ottawa is seeking a passionate cook to join our kitchen team. The role involves mise en place, cooking, and plate assembly under the executive chef, with a focus on quality and efficiency. The position operates morning shifts 6:00 a.m.

to 2:00 p.m. and offers benefits: special travel rates, a creative independent work environment, and access to a gym on site. The ideal candidate has two years restaurant experience, strong culinary techniques, and a team-focused, autonomous work

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience in the restaurant industry.
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques.
• Ability to work as part of a team, with a focus on quality and efficiency.
• Autonomy, adaptability, and a sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and process food using various methods and techniques, under the guidance of the executive chef.
• Perform food picking, washing, peeling, and cutting operations.
• Ensure proper segmentation, assembly, and packaging of food items.
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of food supplies.
• Adhere to the quality standards established within the team.

Skills

Restaurant experience

Culinary techniques

Teamwork

Autonomy

Adaptability

Job description

Are your best culinary successes driven by passion?

That’s wonderful; we are looking for someone who is passionate about quality—both in taste and presentation—for a cook position. Mise en place, preparation, and dish assembly are second nature to you; you have excellent organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure. Come put some passion on our plates!

This position follows a morning schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Prepare, cook, and process food using various methods and techniques, ranging from simple to specialized, all under the guidance of the executive chef;
• Perform food picking, washing, peeling, and cutting operations;
• Ensure proper segmentation, assembly, and packaging of food items;
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of food supplies;
• Adhere to the quality standards established within the team.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Two years of relevant experience in the restaurant industry;
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques;
• Ability to work as part of a team, with a focus on quality and efficiency;
• Autonomy, adaptability, and a sense of responsibility.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Are you passionate about travel? Enjoy special rates during your stays at Germain Hotels as you explore the country; over and over again!
• A work environment that encourages creativity and independence; contribute to the growth of a company that strives to help you advance and recognizes you for who you truly are;
• Love doing squats? Access a state-of-the-art gym right at your workplace.

The hourly rate for this role is $22.50, in alignment with internal equity.

Germain Hotels may use artificial intelligence-enabled tools to support the screening and assessment of applications. All hiring decisions are made by our HR team and hiring managers based on each candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and alignment with the role requirements.