Kitchen Assistant (Female Only Staff)

Cedarcrest; Caledon; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages bi-weekly

Vacation Pay

Commuter benefit

Health benefit

Other bonus

Paid breaks

On duty meals

Opportunity to develop your talents

Paid mandatory training hours (Ontario

Job summary

Cedarcrest Foundation in Belfountain, Ontario seeks a Kitchen Assistant to join its Conference Centre team. You will support the culinary staff and help deliver quality guest service in a hands-on role.

This position is full-time or part-time, with weekend and holiday shifts, paid training at Ontario minimum wage, and benefits including health and vacation pay. Transportation is expected. Join a team that values reliability, cleanliness, and food safety.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have strong multitasking and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Reliable transportation to Belfountain, Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Wash work surfaces, meat blocks, cupboards, walls and appliances; clean kitchen areas, equipment, utensils and dishes.
• Sweep, mop floors; assist cook and kitchen staff.
• Remove and clear kitchen garbage.
• Unload/bring dishes, carry linen to laundry area; set tables and carry items to serving areas.
• Clear and clean tables and trays in eating establishments.
• Follow cleaning standards and maintain hygiene in kitchen and serving areas.
• Unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, cupboards and storage areas.
• Help wash, peel and prepare basic food items and beverages.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Strong communications

Organizational skills

Food safety knowledge

Kitchen equipment handling

Fast-paced environment

Reliable transportation

Education

Ontario Food Handler Certification

Tools

Commercial dishwasher

Job description

Kitchen Assistant - Job Description

Cedarcrest Foundation is seeking a passionate and experienced Kitchen Assistant for its Conference Centre in Belfountain, Ontario. Cedarcrest hosts some Women Only activities that require Female Only staff. You will assist the culinary team to deliver excellent customer service to our guests at our Conference Center in Belfountain, Ontario. Reporting to the Administration Director, this is a hands-on position with opportunities for the successful candidate to learn and expand their skills set.

What is in it for you:

• Competitive wages bi-weekly


• Vacation Pay


• Commuter benefit


• Health benefit


• Other bonus


• Paid breaks


• On duty meals


• Opportunity to develop your talents


• Paid mandatory training hours (at Ontario minimum wage)

What you will be doing:

• wash work tables, meat blocks, cupboards, walls and appliances and clean kitchen work areas, equipment, utensils and dishes


• sweep and mop floors, and perform other duties to assist cook and kitchen staff


• remove and clear kitchen garbage


• remove dishes before and after courses, scrape and stack dishes, carry linen to and from laundry area


• clear and clean tables and trays in eating establishments


• bring clean dishes, flatware and other items to serving areas and set tables


• refill condiments and other supplies at tables and in serving areas


• unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, cupboards and storage areas


• help to wash, peel and prepare basic food items and beverages

• wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans either with a dishwasher or by hand


• place dishes in storage areas, sweep and scrub floors, sort and remove garbage and wash garbage cans

• may also clean and prepare food, keep kitchen work areas clean and orderly load and unload trucks picking up or delivering food and supplies


• Follow cleaning standards and guidelines while clearing tables for guests once they have finished their meals


• Keep inventory of items such as clean dishes and napkins and ensure that ample amounts are available as needed


• Possess the ability to maintain a high level of focus while completing various tasks such as washing dishes, loading and unloading dishwashers, restocking items such as napkins and cutlery, and maintaining a clean environment for guests

Your experience and skills include:

• Ability to multi-task efficiently


• Strong communications skills


• Excellent organizational skills


• Knowledge of food safety standards and practices


• Able to use common kitchen equipment and appliances safely (such as commercial dishwasher)


• Able to work in a fast paced environment


• Reliable means of transportation


• Ontario Food Handler Certification is Required

This is a full-time or part-time position, there is a requirement to work on weekends and some holidays.

Please note International applications are not accepted at this time.