first cook

LandSea; Squamish; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

On-site amenities

Wellness program

Other benefits

Job summary

LandSea in Squamish, Canada, is seeking an experienced cook to plan menus, prepare meals, and supervise kitchen staff. This on-site role requires 3–5 years of proven kitchen experience and a strong focus on food safety.

You will coordinate with dietitians, manage inventory, and ensure high-quality service for guests, with WHMIS and Food Safety certifications preferred. On-site accommodations are available.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation required.
• WHMIS and Food Safety certificates preferred.
• 3–5 years kitchen experience required or related.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and estimate food requirements.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes.
• Prepare dishes for customers with allergies or intolerances.
• Prepare and cook special meals as instructed by dietitian or chef.
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Order supplies and equipment.
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Organize buffets and banquets.
• Manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Reliability

Team player

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

WHMIS Certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Overview

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Work Location

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Staff accommodation provided
• Room and board provided
• Remote location

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Organize buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Drug test

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other Benefits

• On-site amenities
• Other benefits
• Wellness program

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers