Cook I (Full-Time)

Torontocricketclub; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toronto Cricket Skating and Curling Club is seeking a dedicated Cook I to join its Food & Beverage Department. This full-time position involves food production, operational support, and ensuring a quality dining experience for club members. The ideal candidate will have significant culinary experience, relevant certifications, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment. Open availability is crucial for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years cooking experience in a Club, Hotel, or related industry.
• Must be knowledgeable about kitchen equipment and preparation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle large quantities of food.

Responsibilities

• Carries out food productions as directed by kitchen management.
• Maintains food quality and storage according to safety standards.
• Communicates effectively with other departments for kitchen coordination.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem Solving

Education

Post-Secondary Degree in Culinary Arts

Red Seal Certification

Food Handler Certification

Job description

141 Wilson Ave, Toronto, ON M5M 3A3, Canada Req #13

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

About the Toronto Cricket Skating and Curling Club : As a family-oriented private Club, our mission is to be a Great Club for our members by delivering exceptional experiences, inspired by our warm and welcoming culture. Our vision is to be the private athletic and social club of choice in Toronto. We value Sportsmanship and Camaraderie, Heritage and Respect, Excellence and Innovation, Wellness and Fun. Located in North Toronto, the Club consists of more than 4,000 members, with a strong presence in the local social and sporting community.

The Club is recruiting a full-time Cook I to join our Food & Beverage Department. This position will be responsible for the production and cooking of food in the Club, as well as providing operational support in the kitchen to ensure a positive experience for members. This position will report directly to the Executive Chef.

Job Responsibilities

• Carries out all food productions as delegated by kitchen management
• Operates their station, serving and preparing products and menu items according to specifications
• Follows recipes and maintain standards as provided by kitchen management
• Works on all stations in ala carte, banquet, and pastry stations
• Proactively seeks out mis-en-place for menus, and ensures that all mis-en-place required is up to date
• Prepares food only issued with the proper bills, requisition, banquet contracts or authorization by management
• Checks refrigerators for supplies and maintain records of supply needs; communicates any deficiencies or discrepancies to kitchen management
• Maintains awareness of food quality, rotation, storage, utilization, stock levels, and product consistency
• Communicates with other departments to plan production and coordinate activities
• Actively participates in requisitioning, receiving and storage of products and mis-en-place
• Practices “FIFO” method of proper food storage and rotation of product to minimize spoilage and control wastage
• Maintains awareness of product specifications to create a secondary quality checkpoint as stock is put away
• Leads by example in taking direction and guiding Cook II and Cook in Training
• Refines and expands their culinary knowledge and skills by applying themselves to gain experience from all stations
• Works in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) and any safety policies and procedures set out by the Club
• Conducts self in alignment with the Well Played service model (Prompt, Personalized, Polite) to support member services and respect in the workplace

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years cooking experience in a Club, Hotel, or related industry
• Post-Secondary Degree in Culinary Arts
• Red Seal Certification and Food Handler Certification required
• Must have knowledge of kitchen equipment, recipes, preparation, and execution of menu items
• Ability to prepare small and large quantities of food, specifically hot breakfast items, in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Must have open availability and available to work mornings, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays

Toronto Cricket Skating & Curling Club is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources ([emailprotected] ) and they will ensure the necessary steps are taken to accommodate your needs.

• 141 Wilson Ave, Toronto, ON M5M 3A3, Canada