Lead Cook

Boston Pizza International, Inc. (New Glasgow); Merritt; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Merritt is seeking a Lead Cook to lead the kitchen team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and is skilled at managing food safety and guest satisfaction. If you enjoy a supportive work culture and have strong team leadership skills, this position offers a full-time opportunity with flexible scheduling and staff perks.

Benefits

Staff discounts on food

Flexible holiday requests

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for team engagement.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Champion Boston Pizza's Brand Standards and Food Safety.
• Prioritize guest orders to ensure satisfaction.
• Provide leadership and direction to kitchen staff.

Skills

Team player

Leadership

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Dependability

Job description

Overview

Lead Cook

This job is NOT for you....UNLESS

- Unless you live in Merritt or moving to Merritt and want to work at Boston Pizza as a lead supervising cook with us. (min 2-3 closes per week)

- Unless you are a team player that likes to engage and motivate a team

- Unless you enjoy a work environment that prioritizes your family needs/time along with the financial stability a full time job provides.

- Unless you enjoy the flexibility to request holidays off and get them by supporting the team where need to do so.

- Unless you are trustworthy, dependable, motivated and patient.

- Unless you enjoy staff discounts on food, friendly competitions with prizes, structured team duties to ensure the team carries the weight vs just you.

- Unless you want employers that value your opinion and insight into making this brand, our culture and guest experience the best.

....IF YOU STILL THINK THIS JOB IS FOR YOU, then read all the fine print and we look forward to meeting you soon!

(drop off a resume in person anytime to chat to us directly - best method. Or, email us a resume to set up a time to come in for an interview)

Responsibilities

What does a successful Lead Cook look like?

• Works alongside their team members
• Builds relationships by finding common ground and working cohesively with all team members
• Committed to championing the "Heart of Hospitality", Boston Pizza's Brand Standards and Food Safety
• Dedicated to providing Perfect Food Every Time to our Guests
• Maintains composure and thrives in a fast pace environment
• Works with a sense of purpose and always prioritize Guest’s orders
• Enjoys leadership. Comfortable giving vocal direction with the team and leading by example.
• This is a pathway into a KM career with us.

Qualifications

Boston Pizza was established over 50 years ago and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada\'s 50 Top Managed Companies for over 20 years in a row. We are committed to the development & growth of our team members, integrity, philanthropy and innovation. If you love working with people in a team environment and believe in exceeding the expectations of Guests daily, Boston Pizza is the place for you!