Cook

Dexterra; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company in Ontario is seeking a Cook responsible for meal preparation and kitchen management. Applicants should have cooking experience and be a team player. This role offers career advancement opportunities in a growing company dedicated to employee recognition and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Industry stability

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• 2 years of cooking experience required.
• Food Handlers Certificate preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean kitchen and food storage areas.
• Prepare high quality, nutritious meals.
• Adhere to safety regulations and protocols.
• Manage inventory and maintain meal records.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Overview

WHO ARE WE?
Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the continent, North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

WHAT’S THE JOB?

At Dexterra, we create exceptional customer experiences that make our clients shine. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together to turn problems into solutions and challenges into moments of ingenuity.

As a Cook, reporting to the Chef Manager, you will be responsible for the proper and timely preparation of meals including, but not limited to, food service, food safety and supervision of kitchen staff.

Your work will include:

• Always maintaining a clean kitchen and food storage areas.
• Prepare high quality, nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) according to the client scheduling and within the menu plan and budget guidelines.
• Be flexible and respond to client needs and food preferences as necessary.
• Adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety regulations and Safe Food Handling/Health Unit regulations.
• Adhere to all relevant Dexterra and hospital policies and procedures.
• Manage inventory.
• Maintain accurate, signed records of meals served.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Cooking experience (2 years)
• Food Handlers Certificate (preferred)
• Working in a team environment

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.