Cook - Full Time

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPASS GROUP CANADA in Edmonton is seeking a Cook to support high-volume food production in a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare, pre-cook and cook, and assemble mise en place to meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include cleaning equipment, labeling and storing products, and coordinating with other departments. Candidates should have proven cooking experience, a Food Safety Certification, and a cooking school certificate.

Qualifications

• Must have proven cooking experience, including restaurant cook or prep cook roles.
• Food Safety Certification is required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school is required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Communication

Health & Safety

Physical stamina

Independence

Education

Food Safety Certification

Certificate from recognized cooking school

Job description

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.