Cook II - Steakhouse

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cook role at Hard Rock Ottawa Hotel & Casino in Ottawa, Ontario, is responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting menu items to meet quality and safety standards. You will support daily kitchen operations and work closely with culinary and service teams to deliver a memorable guest experience.

This full-time position requires at least two years of cooking experience, a Safe Food Handling certificate, and English communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years cooking experience.
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Standalone restaurant experience
• Must communicate clearly in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods, including washing, peeling, and slicing.
• Clean work areas, and store deliveries properly.
• Maintain knowledge of all food products, sanitation standards, and policies; apply culinary techniques.
• Operate, maintain, and clean deep fryer, broiler, stove, steamer, food processor, mixer, slicer, oven, steam table, grill and other equipment.
• Assist in lowering food cost and waste; label and date products for safekeeping.
• Work as a team to meet guest expectations and follow company standards.

Skills

English communication

Food safety knowledge

Culinary techniques

Education

High school or equivalent

Ontario Food Handlers Certificate

Tools

Criminal Background Check

Job description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Job Description

Company: Hard Rock Ottawa Hotel & Casino

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Job Type: Full Time Permanent

Is this a current vacancy? Yes, this is an existing open position.

Compensation: CAD $ 21.37/Hr.

License Requirements: Ontario Food Handlers Certificate, Criminal Background Check

OVERVIEW

The Cook is responsible for supporting daily food service operations through the preparation, cooking, and presentation of menu items in accordance with established quality and safety standards. This role contributes to an efficient kitchen environment by maintaining cleanliness, following food handling procedures, and ensuring timely service. Working collaboratively with culinary and service teams, the Cook helps deliver a positive guest experience while supporting overall operational objectives and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.

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

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE

• High school or equivalent education required
• Minimum of 2-year cooking experience
• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Standalone restaurant experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and speak, read, write and understand English

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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to walk distances.
• The employee must frequently lift/push/pull and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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 International is an equal opportunity employer. We live our motto LOVE ALL – SERVE ALL, and strive to foster an inclusive workplace culture for every team member. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.

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