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Government of Canada; Sidney; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in British Columbia is seeking a qualified individual for a hybrid role in food service management. The candidate will co-ordinate special events, manage food preparation, and train staff. Must have a high school diploma and relevant food safety certifications. Experience in a restaurant setting is required. Competitive benefits include health care and transportation allowances.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Transportation provided by employer

Parking available

Gratuities

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to prepare and cook complete meals and individual dishes.
• Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate special events and plan menus.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies for the restaurant.
• Train staff in preparation and cooking techniques.

Skills

Client focus

Attention to detail

Time management

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

WHMIS Certificate

Safe Food Handling certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities Tasks

• Co-ordinate special events
• 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
• 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
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Organize buffets and banquets

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• International

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• 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

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Transportation provided by employer
• Parking available