Cook – Chinese Cuisine

Cook Position at T&T Supermarket Inc.

Work Location: 3000-10153 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3T 2W1

Start Date: ASAP

Type of Position: Full time, Permanent

Positions Available: 1

Wage: $21 – $24.50 /hour (To be negotiated)

Benefits:

1. Extended health care plan
2. Dental care plan
3. Group life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment plan

Employer will pay transportation and interim accommodation expenses relocating to BC.

Education:

Trades certificate or diploma in Culinary or related field.

The Role:

Reporting to the Kitchen Department Head, the Cook (NOC 63200) is primarily responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of specialty Chinese food dishes and assisting in the promotion of this specialized cuisine to the Asian and other communities. The Cook supervises a team of kitchen helpers while ensuring that the preparation of the specialized food style and technique is performed in accordance with corporate policies and regulatory procedures.

Experience:

1. 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in preparing/cooking a variety of specialty Chinese food dishes in commercial kitchens.
2. Prior supervisory experience.

Transportation/Travel Information:

Public transportation is available.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

Fast-paced environment, handle heavy loads, work under pressure, physical demands, standing for extended periods, walking, tight deadlines, repetitive tasks, attention to detail.

Personal Suitability:

1. Client focus
2. Dependability
3. Flexibility
4. Initiative
5. Judgment
6. Organized
7. Reliability
8. Team player
9. Efficient interpersonal skills
10. Time management

Work Setting:

1. Supermarket/grocery store
2. Cantonese Cuisine

Major Responsibilities:

1. Prepare, handle and cook specialty foods in the assigned specialty, including Chinese barbecue, Chinese Dim Sum, and Chinese stir-fry.
2. Participate in new Chinese menus and dishes research and development process, encourage innovations.
3. Provide training and feedback to the kitchen helpers in the assigned area.
4. Maintain a clean workstation throughout the day in accordance with health and safety policies.
5. Ensure recipes are being executed as stated in the SOPs with excellent quality and food proportions selected accurately.
6. Ensure accurate receiving and inventory of ingredients/foods.
7. Ensure that food is properly stored and handled at all times and all temperature records are properly maintained.
8. Assist in the promotion of the specialized cuisine to Asian customers, as well as customers from other communities who visit the store.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:

1. 2 years to less than 3 years of proven work experience in one or more of the following specialty Chinese food techniques and styles:
1. Chinese barbecue (including varieties of poultry, pork, and sausages marinated in different sauces and barbequed with specialized equipment).
2. Chinese Dim Sum cuisine and snacks (including varieties of steamed, deep-fried, baked, pan-fried, marinated savories, and sweet items from Northern China).
3. Chinese stir-fry technique.
2. Possess a formal cooking certificate from a recognized institution will be an asset.
3. Experience managing and supervising kitchen staff will be an asset.
4. Demonstrate strong organization and problem-solving skills.
5. Demonstrate accountability and reliability.
6. Possess a positive, proactive, and self-motivated work attitude.
7. Committed to comply with company’s rules and regulations.
8. Ability to work as a part of a team in a fast-paced food preparation environment.
9. Ability to communicate ideas and recommendations to team members in a professional manner.
10. Must be flexible to work in various shifts, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, morning, and evening hours.
11. Ability to speak and understand the English language.

If you are interested in the Cook position and would like to join and grow with T&T Supermarket Inc., we encourage you to send us a Cover Letter and Resume in confidence to jobs_wr@tntsupermarket.com.

We thank all applicants who applied for the position; however, only those shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you.

About T&T Supermarket Inc.

Established in 1993 with Head Office located in Richmond B.C., T&T Supermarket Inc. (www.tnt-supermarket.com) is a unique place to work for, bringing dynamic people with diverse backgrounds, experience, and talent together. Our mission is to enrich the lifestyle of our customers by bringing Asian-Canadian families fresh foods that they love, and introducing to mainstream Canadian families the diversity of Asian food culture at stores that offer exceptional convenience, service, and value.

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