Lead Cook Seasonal FT, Rogers Place

Compass Group Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Health Benefits

Mental Health & Wellness

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is hiring for a kitchen role based in Edmonton. You will prepare meals, ensure proper portioning and temperature, and maintain high-quality food service for guests.

The role requires strong cooking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Responsibilities include following safety procedures, ordering and receiving supplies, keeping storage areas clean, and reporting any equipment issues to supervision.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience as line chef, restaurant cook, or prep cook.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accurate and fast in completing tasks.
• Familiar with industry best practices.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Physically able to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals or prepare for delivery with proper portioning and temperature.
• Use established ticket procedures and maintain service records.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper storage of food and supplies.
• Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and organized.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Assist in production planning, records and reporting.
• Assist in ordering and receiving food and supplies.
• Report maintenance or accidents to supervisor.

Skills

Line cook experience

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Cooking school certificate

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

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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

What's in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World's Most Admired Companies.
• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world's largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
• We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams - strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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