Cook, FT, $19.25/hr

Choices Markets; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local grocery store chain in Burnaby is seeking a kitchen team member for their Production Kitchen and Bakery. Responsibilities include preparing soups, sauces, proteins, and various meals while adhering to strict food safety standards. Candidates must possess relevant cooking experience and a FoodSafe certification. The role primarily involves afternoon shifts with some flexibility. Join a rewarding environment where you can contribute to creating quality food products.

Qualifications

• Relevant cooking experience is a must; only candidates with prior experience will be considered.
• Flexibility to accommodate occasional schedule changes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook soups, sauces, and chili.
• Package foods for dispatching to stores.
• Clean and sanitize the kitchen.

Skills

Proficiency with cooking equipment and utensils

Strong organizational skills around food storage

Understanding of sanitary practices

Ability to work independently and in a team

Willingness to learn

Education

FoodSafe certification

Job description

Tired of working the line during endless stressful dinner rushes? Choices Market’s Production Kitchen and Bakery in Burnaby is a different experience entirely. We prepare the food available in the delis and bakeries at our stores and others. We are looking for people with relevant cooking experience, a passion for food, critical understanding of the importance of food safety, capable of working both independently and as a member of a team.

Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing and cooking soups, sauces and chili;
• Preparing and cooking proteins, starches, and side dishes;
• Preparing various salads, sandwiches and meals to go;
• Packaging foods for dispatching to stores;
• Cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen;
• Organizing storage of food ingredients and disposables;
• Ensuring safety protocols are taken and quality standards are met; and
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency with cooking equipment and utensils;
• Previous kitchen experience is a must; only candidates with relevant prior experience will be considered
• Eager and willing to learn;
• Passionate about food;
• Understanding of sanitary practices and protocols;
• Strong organizational skills around food storage, preparation and disposables;
• FoodSafe certification; and
• This role is primarily for afternoon shifts; however, some flexibility is required to accommodate occassional shift schedule change but not nights unless that appeals.

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