Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Quality & Safety

Compass Group Canada; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Great place to work

Learning opportunities

Mental health and wellness program

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking cooks to prepare and cook food in accordance with standards, ensuring high-quality service. The role involves mise en place, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and coordinating with departments to ensure smooth operations.

Candidates should have proven cooking experience, a recognized cooking school certificate, and strong communication skills. The position emphasizes accuracy, speed, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare mise en place 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.
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food Safety Certification

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Attention to detail

Physical ability

Education

Cooking school certificate

Job description

Compass Group Canada is seeking cooks to prepare and cook food in accordance with standards, ensuring high-quality service. The role involves mise en place, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and coordinating with departments to ensure smooth operations.

Candidates should have proven cooking experience, a recognized cooking school certificate, and strong communication skills. The position emphasizes accuracy, speed, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.