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Hard Rock Hotels; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional venue is seeking passionate culinary professionals to join their team in redefining hospitality in Ottawa. This role offers the chance to work in a vibrant environment filled with music and excitement. As part of the team, you will prepare delicious meals, maintain high standards of cleanliness, and ensure guest satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cooking and a commitment to safe food handling practices. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to deliver top-notch service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year cooking experience required.
• Safe Food Handling certificate is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods including washing, peeling, and slicing.
• Maintain knowledge of food products and sanitation standards.
• Assist in lowering food costs and manage waste.

Skills

Safe food handling

Ability to work under pressure

Multi-tasking

Knowledge of culinary techniques

Education

High school or equivalent education

Tools

Deep fryer

Broiler

Stove

Steamer

Food processor

Mixer

Slicer

Oven

Steam table

Flat top grill

Job description

Overview

As the latest jewel in the renowned Hard Rock crown, this exceptional venue is set to redefine entertainment and hospitality in Canada's capital city.

Boasting a prime location, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa will be a stunning fusion of contemporary style and timeless rock 'n' roll flair. The moment you step inside, you'll be transported into a world of music, memorabilia and non-stop excitement.

Are you ready to experience the ultimate rock star treatment in the heart of Ottawa? Let the countdown begin!

Responsibilities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for preparation of foods, including washing, peeling, and slicing.
• Cleans work areas, and stores deliveries in their proper location.
• Maintain solid knowledge of all food products, sanitation standards, and all policies/procedures and is able to skillfully apply culinary techniques.
• Operates, maintains, and cleans deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, flat top grill, and other equipment according to instructions.
• Assists in lowering food cost and waste, properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Work as a team, helping all team members to complete the required activities that ensure we blow away Guest expectations.
• Perform duties in accordance with company standards, policies, and guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as requested.
• Lives the Brand

This job description reflects the position’s essential functions; it does not encompass all of the tasks that may be assigned.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS

• High school or equivalent education required
• Minimum of 1-year cooking experience
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Standalone restaurant experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and speak, read, write and understand English

SKILLS

• Knowledgeable in safe handling practiced when using sharp knives, utensils and hot plates.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a high-volume restaurant
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move throughout the kitchen (standing, walking, kneeling, bending) for extended periods of time.
• Ability to frequently move objects (lift, push, pull, balance, carry) up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds or more.
• Specific vision abilities that may be required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here may be representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The Casino environment is hectic, fast-paced and often crowded and noisy.
• Duties and responsibilities are typically performed in a professional office setting, but there may be times where you will need to be on the Casino Floor or pass through this area. On the Casino Floor, you may be exposed to casino-related environmental factors including, but not limited to, excessive noise.

Working Conditions

• Duties and responsibilities are typically performed in a highly regulated and controlled environment, but there will be times where you will need to be on the Casino Floor to complete job functions as outlined or pass through this area. On the Casino Floor, you may be exposed to casino-related environmental factors including, but not limited to, excessive noise.

Closing

Hard Rock Ottawa values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.