Cook

Chartwells K-12; Town of Oromocto; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells K-12 is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality meals in a school setting in Canada. The role follows corporate standards and emphasizes safety, efficiency, and consistency in service.

The successful candidate will have proven cooking experience (restaurant/prep cook), a Food Safety Certification, and a certificate from a recognized cooking school. Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have proven cooking experience (restaurant or prep cook).
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school is required.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Ability to work accurately and quickly.
• Familiarity with industry best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare mise en place and other products for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use per health and safety policies.
• Label, date, store and rotate foods and beverages properly.
• Communicate effectively with appropriate operational departments.
• Report maintenance issues or accidents to the supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Independence and teamwork

Cooking methods and equipment

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate from a recognized cooking school

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Description

Prepares food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare \"mise en place\" (setting in place of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery, etc) and other products as required for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Cooks? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.