Cook - 12 month contract

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Cook for a 12 month contract with the possibility of becoming permanent full-time in Markham, Ontario. The role requires cooking and food preparation, mise en place, and adherence to food safety standards.

The successful candidate will have proven cooking experience, a valid Food Safety Certification, and a certificate from a recognized cooking school. Strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience including restaurant or prep cook roles.
• Food Safety Certification is required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Strong accuracy and speed in task execution.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food as directed.
• Prepare mise en place for high-volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use per safety policies.
• Label, date, store and rotate food in storage areas.
• Communicate with operational departments.
• Report maintenance or safety issues to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Food Safety Certification

Cooking school certificate

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Cook - 12 month contract with possibility to become permanent full time

Cook experience required

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.