First Cook, Full Time

Compass Group Canada; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and accommodations

Overtime after 8-hour shift

Benefits after 3 months

Job summary

ESS Canada is seeking First Cooks to prepare and pre-cook food for high-volume production, following corporate standards and health and safety procedures. You will label, date, store, rotate and plate dishes, ensuring quality service and clear communication with other departments.

The role requires formal food safety certification and a cooking school certificate; flexibility for long shifts and rotation. Overtime after 8 hours, travel and accommodations, and benefits after 3 months are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in restaurant, banquet, or remote camp.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods and equipment.
• Accurate and fast execution of tasks.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and cook food as directed.
• Prepare mise en place and other products for high-volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment following health and safety policies.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverages properly.
• Communicate effectively with operational departments.
• Report maintenance or safety issues to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Stamina / physical

Education

Food safety certification

Cooking school certificate

Job 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 First 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 in a banquet, retaurant or remote camp setting.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school
• 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.

Position Requirements

• Pass a Drug & Alcohol Test
• Shift: 10.5hr/Day
• Rotation: 20 Days On/10 Days Off

Perks

• Travel and accommodations provided
• Overtime after an 8-hour shift
• Benefits after 3 months

ESS Canada is committed to building meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities and supporting inclusive employment opportunities. Consistent with our Indigenous community partnership commitments and voluntary employment equity initiatives, qualified Indigenous applicants (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) may be given preference in the hiring process. Such applicants are invited to voluntarily self-identify and may be required to confirm a claim of Indigenous identity during the hiring process.

The hourly wage for this position is $32.38. 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. This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

What’s in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
• We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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