Cook

Taste of Spice; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation of 2 weeks

Minimum 30 hours/week

Job summary

Taste of Spice in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, is looking for a full-time Cook. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience and expertise in traditional Indian cooking techniques. Duties include preparing meals, maintaining compliance with health regulations, and operating specialized kitchen equipment. The position offers $23 per hour with 2 weeks paid vacation annually based on a minimum of 30 hours/week. Join a dynamic team and contribute to a vibrant culinary environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of work experience as a Cook.
• Familiarity with specialized Indian restaurant equipment.
• Knowledge of proper cooking techniques for various Indian dishes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals and individual dishes.
• Maintain compliance with health regulations and food safety protocols.
• Coordinate tasks with kitchen staff during peak hours.

Skills

Indian cooking techniques

Inventory management

Food safety standards knowledge

Team coordination

Tools

Commercial tandoori ovens

Heavy-duty burners

Rice cookers

Job description

Reporting to: General Manager

NOC: 63200

Terms of Employment: Full Time, Permanent Position

Job Reference # TS5264

Location of Work: Portage La Prairie, Manitoba

We will provide:

• Salary: $23 per hour
• Paid vacation of 2 Weeks each year or 4% of salary
• Minimum 30 hours/week throughout your employment period

Duties

• Prepare and cook complete meals and individual dishes using traditional Indian cooking techniques, following established recipes, portion controls and quality standards
• Independently operate and maintain specialized Indian restaurant equipment, including commercial tandoori ovens, high-output gas ranges, heavy-duty burners, tava/griddle pans, kadhai and degchi pots, commercial deep fryers, rice cookers, steamers, and industrial spice grinders
• Prepare and process raw ingredients, including meats, seafood, vegetables, lentils and spices, requiring knowledge of Indian marination, tempering (tadka), slow-cooking and high-heat roasting techniques
• Prepare curry bases, gravies, spice blends and marinades from scratch, requiring precision in spice ratios, timing and temperature control
• Monitor cooking processes, adjust heat sources, and ensure food is cooked to proper texture, flavour, safety standards
• Maintain inventory records, assist with stock rotation, and identify supply requirements for specialized ingredients and spices
• Ensure full compliance with provincial health regulations, food safety standards, sanitation protocols and HACCP requirements
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, kitchen equipment and food storage areas
• Coordinate tasks with other kitchen staff during peak service hours to ensure timely and efficient food production
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training to junior cooks or kitchen helpers as required
• Assist in recruiting and hiring kitchen staff

Requirements

• No Education Requirements
• Work Experience: Minimum three years of work experience as a Cook