First Cook: Lead Kitchen Prep & Menu Creation

Dexterra; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Company growth in a stable industry

Be #1 on day 1

Job summary

Dexterra is seeking a First Cook to prepare and cook all main meals, ensuring on-time delivery to the highest standards. The role requires versatility across hot/cold kitchens, pastry/bakery, butchery and banquets for large guest numbers.

This safety-sensitive position involves drug, alcohol and fit-to-work testing as a condition of employment. Benefits include extended health and dental coverage and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry.
• Must have excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen (Hot, Cold, Pastry/Bakery, Butchery & Banquets).
• FoodSafe Level I minimum; SafeCheck advanced food safety or HACCP is an asset.
• Knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sysco, Outlook).
• Must obtain 80% or higher on the mandatory WHMIS test.

Responsibilities

• Cook a variety of meals including meats, seafood, soups, poultry, vegetables and other items.
• Use diverse cooking methods to prepare top quality food.
• Ensure meals stay within allocated food budget.
• Maintain FOODSAFE-compliant food handling and labeling.
• Plate and garnish final presentations.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment and assist with inventory and menu planning.

Skills

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Office software

WHMIS test readiness

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Sysco

Outlook

Job description

Dexterra is seeking a First Cook to prepare and cook all main meals, ensuring on-time delivery to the highest standards. The role requires versatility across hot/cold kitchens, pastry/bakery, butchery and banquets for large guest numbers.

This safety-sensitive position involves drug, alcohol and fit-to-work testing as a condition of employment. Benefits include extended health and dental coverage and growth opportunities within the company.