Grill Cook 2, Full Time

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada in Peterborough is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare, pre-cook and cook food in a high-volume kitchen, following established standards and safety guidelines. You will set up mise en place, label and rotate stock, and communicate with operations to ensure smooth service.

The ideal candidate has proven restaurant or prep cook experience, a food safety certification, and a recognized cooking-school certificate.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare mise en place for high-volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to safety policies.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products.
• Communicate effectively with operational departments.
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Education

Certificate from cooking school

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 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.


• 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.


• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).


• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.