Grill Cook, Part Time

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Halifax; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada in Halifax is seeking a Cook to prepare, pre-cook and cook food in line with corporate standards and high-volume demand.

You will maintain mise en place, label and store products, work with other departments and report equipment issues promptly. Requires food safety certification and a recognized cooking school certificate; ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in restaurant or prep cook roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare mise en place for high volume production.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Certificate from a recognized cooking school

Food safety certification

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.