cook, ethnic foods

Government of Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Oakville, Ontario is seeking a culinary professional to manage kitchen operations and coordinate special events. Responsibilities include menu planning, food preparation, staff training, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Applicants should have a secondary school graduation certificate and 1-2 years of relevant experience. This position requires on-site work, with no remote options available.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in a kitchen or food service role.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate special events.
• Determine the size of food portions and costs.
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes.
• 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.
• Organize buffets and banquets.
• Manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Event coordination

Menu planning

Cooking

Staff training

Inventory management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Co-ordinate special events
• Determine the size of food portions and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• 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
• Organize buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations

Experience and specialization Cuisine specialties

• Mediterranean cuisine
• Halal