Job Title: Senior Cook
Department: Heat & Eat Kitchen
Reports to: Sous Chef
Location: 4600 Rue Hickmore, Montréal, QC H4T 1K2
Employment Type: Full-time (AM)
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
Responsibilities
- Create and test new recipes based on R&D directions to meet project objectives.
- Refine existing recipes and provide feedback to enhance quality and flavor.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop products from concept to launch.
- Conduct and document sensory evaluations, shelf‑life studies, and other tests to ensure product quality and stability.
- Source and manage inventory of ingredients and supplies, maintaining a clean, organized, and safe R&D kitchen environment.
- Stay ahead of culinary trends, emerging ingredients, and consumer preferences to inform new product development.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Culinary Arts or a related field from a recognized culinary school.
- 2 to 4 years of experience in a professional or industrial kitchen environment (e.g., catering services, hotels, or restaurants).
- Proven ability to cook and produce high volumes of food; large‑scale production experience is considered an asset.
- Proficient in the use of cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
- Prior experience supervising kitchen teams is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, portion control, and food safety standards.
- Valid MAPAQ Food Handling Certification is required.
- Ability to follow standardized recipes with precision and maintain consistency in food quality.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high‑quality food.
- Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods.
- Willingness to work in a fast‑paced, refrigerated environment and able to lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs).
Requirements
- Diploma in Culinary Arts or a related field from a recognized culinary school.
- 2 to 4 years of experience in a professional or industrial kitchen environment (e.g., catering services, hotels, or restaurants).
- Proven ability to cook and produce high volumes of food; large‑scale production experience is considered an asset.
- Proficient in the use of cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
- Prior experience supervising kitchen teams is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, portion control, and food safety standards.
- Valid MAPAQ Food Handling Certification is required.
- Ability to follow standardized recipes with precision and maintain consistency in food quality.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high‑quality food.
- Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods.
- Willingness to work in a fast‑paced, refrigerated environment and able to lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs).