COOK 1

Vintage Hotels; Niagara-on-the-Lake; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels is seeking a Cook 1 to join our growing kitchen team. This role offers flexibility, valuable work experience, and a chance to work with a tenured team across our properties.

The ideal candidate brings at least three years' kitchen experience, Red Seal Certification, Safe Food Handler’s Certificate, and excellent guest service. You will prepare menu items, maintain safety standards, and support colleagues as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a kitchen.
• Red Seal Certification required.
• Safe Food Handler’s Certificate required.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing personalized and exceptional guest service at every given opportunity.
• Preparations of menu items according to specifications and Guest requests.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Assists with quality control and stock rotation.
• Adhere to food standards set out by Lais Hotel Properties' kitchen management.
• Having a thorough knowledge of Lais Hotel Properties' products and services.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Food knowledge

Education

Red Seal Certification

Safe Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels is currently seeking a Cook 1 to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity that can provide flexibility, valuable work experience, and a chance to work with a tenured team.

Job Title: Cook 1

Property: Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels

Please note: By applying to this posting, you are applying for opportunities that may be available at any Vintage Hotels or Niagara's Finest Hotels property.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within Lais Hotel Properties Limited.

Position Summary: An experienced cook with the desire to exceed and the passion to learn in the Food Industry.

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Providing personalized and exceptional guest service at every given opportunity
• Reports to manager that is attainable at the time - Chef de Cuisine, Junior Sous Chef, Executive Chef
• Preparations of menu items according to specifications and Guest requests
• Assist other team members as needed
• Maintain a clean work area
• Assists with quality control
• Performs stock rotation
• Adhere to food standards set out by Lais Hotel Properties' kitchen management
• Having a thorough knowledge of Lais Hotel Properties' products and services
• Suggesting additional products and services meeting our Guests' specific preferences
• All other duties as assigned

Technical/Managerial/Administrative Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience
• Good communication and listening skills
• Self-motivated

Professional Requirements

• Red Seal Certification
• Basic knowledge of WHMIS and safe food handling
• Professional work ethic
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Current Safe Food Handler’s Certificate
• Excellent food knowledge
• Previous up-selling and/or sales experience is considered an asset

Personal Attributes

• Proper hygiene and grooming
• Positive attitude towards fellow team members and the kitchen
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Resourceful
• Confidence in selling and up-selling products and services

Lais Hotel Properties Limited is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our team.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability.