First Cook: Precision Prep & Quality Kitchen

Compass Group Canada; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

ESS Canada in Saskatchewan is seeking a First Cook to prepare and finalize high-quality meals in a fast-paced setting. You will pre-cook, cook, and assemble dishes, ensure proper mise en place, and maintain strict health and safety standards.

Ideal candidates hold a food safety certification and a recognized cooking school certificate, with proven restaurant or prep cook experience. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including restaurant or prep cook roles.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in completing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry best practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cooking experience

Food Safety Certification

Cooking methods

Cooking school certificate

Accuracy and speed

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical ability

Education

Food Safety Certification

Cooking school certificate

Job description

ESS Canada in Saskatchewan is seeking a First Cook to prepare and finalize high-quality meals in a fast-paced setting. You will pre-cook, cook, and assemble dishes, ensure proper mise en place, and maintain strict health and safety standards.

Ideal candidates hold a food safety certification and a recognized cooking school certificate, with proven restaurant or prep cook experience. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success in this role.