Cook for a Corporate cafe (68569001)

Sodexo; Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo in Mississauga is seeking kitchen staff to prepare meals for Fine Dining and events, following recipes and quality standards. You will organize daily prep, assist with inventory, and help ensure timely service while upholding sanitation requirements and safety protocols.

You should have 2-3 years of cooking experience, a culinary diploma or Food Handler’s Certification is a plus, and be able to work early mornings and late nights in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant is an asset.
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset.
• Food Handler’s Certification is an asset.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings and late nights.
• Positive attitude and direct communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for Fine Dining and Event sections in accordance with recipes and standards.
• Organize daily prep for the restaurant; line set-up and prepping.
• Advise supervisor of low inventory items and assist in receiving and inventory.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards in kitchen per health regulations.
• Report unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Assist in training kitchen team members and ensure duties are performed.
• Promote teamwork and coordinate with other departments; interact with guests as needed.
• Perform with minimal supervision and assist with other kitchen duties as needed.

Skills

Cooking

Food prep

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Education

Culinary diploma/degree

Food Handler’s Certification

Job description

Company Description

Wage: $20-$22

Location: Mississauga

What Makes Sodexo Different:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance tobe part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you foryou;you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company.
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

Prepare meals in accordance with portion and quality standards specified in recipes. Control food for a respective section(s) usage to minimize waste.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare meals for respective section(s) Fine Dining A la Carte and Event and assist in all kitchen activities to ensure that guests receive high quality food items in a timely manner. Coordinate the smooth service in relation to the pass and pick-up of food.
• Organize the day’s prepping for the restaurants; line set-up and prepping.
• Advise supervisor of low inventory items and assist in receiving items and taking inventory as needed.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen area that meet or exceed the state and local Health Board inspection and hotel requirements.
• Report all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Assist in the training of kitchen team member; ensure that all cook’s duties have been performed during shift.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Banquets, Outlets and Guest Services. May occasionally interact directly with guests.
• Ability to perform functions with minimal supervision
• May assist by performing ware washer/dishwasher or other kitchen duties as needed.
• May assist with other duties as assigned
• In carrying out your duties you will follow all Company and Brand Standards

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Remain stationary for extended periods of time
• Standing up and moving about the kitchen
• Handling food, objects, products and utensils
• Bending, stooping, kneeling

Other:

• Communication skills (written and oral) are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with the other cooks, wait staff or guests.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when preparing meals from a recipe, or when keeping track of inventory.
• This person utilizes problem solving and reasoning abilities
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, percentages, quantities, and variances are used frequently.
• food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or provincial government agency.
• Monday to Sunday, AM only

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• 2-3 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant is an asset
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset
• Food Handler’s Certification is an asset
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings and late nights
• Positive attitude and direct communication skills

Additional Information

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.