Lead Cook Seasonal Full Time

Compass Group Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a dedicated line cook to prepare meals meeting established standards. You will ensure food at the correct temperature and quality, support production and inventory tasks, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Ideal candidates have proven cooking experience, a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent, and a cooking school certificate. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in professional kitchens, including line cook or prep cook roles.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and dishes according to established standards and portioning.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety throughout service; store or discard excess food properly.
• Assist in production planning, ordering, receiving and inventory control as required.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed and report issues to supervisor.

Skills

Proven cooking experience

Line cook

Communication skills

Team player

Physical stamina

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