cook

Kusina Sugbo; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a dedicated kitchen manager to oversee operations and ensure high-quality food preparation. This role involves training staff, managing kitchen activities, and planning menus that cater to diverse dietary needs. You'll have the opportunity to demonstrate new cooking techniques and foster a welcoming environment for newcomers and visible minorities. Join a team that values inclusivity and quality, where your culinary skills can shine and make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Maternity and parental benefits

Free parking available

Subsidised public transportation

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in kitchen operations and food handling.
• Ability to train staff and manage kitchen activities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes while considering food allergies and intolerances.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain inventory records.
• Plan menus and ensure food quality standards are met.

Skills

Food preparation

Staff training

Kitchen management

Menu planning

Quality control

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Baking equipment

Cooking tools

Job description

• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Manage kitchen operations
• Supervise baking personnel and kitchen staff
• Remove kitchen garbage and trash
• Frost and decorate cakes and baked goods
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff

Type of operation

• Baking or cooking
• Bakery goods and desserts

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Subsidised public transportation

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Supports for visible minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities