Jr. Sous Chef - Concessions, FT, Rogers Place Arena

Compass Group North America; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global foodservice company is seeking a Jr. Sous Chef for their operations in Edmonton. The ideal candidate will have proven cooking experience and a valid Food Handler Certificate. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality meals, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, and assisting in the ordering of supplies. This full-time role offers a starting hourly rate of $21.00, with an event-based schedule requiring evening and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including as line chef or prep cook.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Clean kitchen after preparation and serving.
• Assist in ordering and receiving all food supplies.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food Handler Certificate

Understanding cooking methods

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Certificate from recognized cooking school

Job description

Working Title: Jr. Sous Chef - Concessions, FT, Rogers Place Arena
Employment Status: Full-Time
Starting Hourly Rate: $21,00per hour
Address: 10220 104 Ave NW Edmonton AB T5J 0H6
New Hire Schedule: Event based schedule, evenings and weekend required.

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Why work with Levy Canada? Operating in over 200 locations across North America, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences at arenas, convention centres, entertainment venues and more.

From suites and concessions, to high-profile events, we are passionate about delivering the most memorable food and beverage experiences for our partners and guests.

Job Summary

How you will make an impact:
You will be responsible for supporting our kitchen with food prepping, cooking, cleaning or plating tasks.

As a Line Cook, you will:

• Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery, and service schedules
• Serve meals or prepare for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items
• Use established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods
• Clean kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Store or discard excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures
• Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensure food and supply items are stored per standards
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed
• Assist in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required
• Assist in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor immediately

About you:

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook
• You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent
• 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

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.