Cook Full Time at Fraser Regional Correction Center

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook food in a high-volume kitchen at our Maple Ridge operation. Responsibilities include mise en place, safe handling, and rotating stock, with strict adherence to quality standards.

The role requires proven cooking experience, a Food Safety Certification, and a recognized cooking school certificate. Excellent communication and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including restaurant or prep cook roles.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties as described.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Speed and accuracy

Attention to detail

Independence

Industrial kitchen procedures

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.

The hourly wage rate for this position is $26.79. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence-based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.