Cook Part Time

Levy Canada, Compass Group; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Levy Canada, Compass Group in Kamloops, BC is seeking a skilled cook to prepare, pre-cook and cook food to standard, and to assemble mise en place for high-volume production.

You will maintain hygiene, label and rotate stock, and communicate with other departments while ensuring compliance with safety policies. A Food Safety Certification and proven cooking experience are required, with a strong team focus and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in restaurant or prep cook role.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing tasks.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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 in appropriate storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food Safety Certification

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Job description

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.


• 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 $19.75. 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.

Behaviors

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Financial

Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility