Line Cook - Ken's Diner

Carrington Group of Companies; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Line Cook for Ken's Diner in Edmonton. The role involves preparing high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment, ensuring food safety and sanitation. Candidates should have commercial kitchen experience and strong communication skills, with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Company matched RRSP program

Personal time off (PTO) days

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Knowledge of WHMIS and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks high-quality food in a timely manner.
• Follows recipes and maintains kitchen sanitation.
• Ensures timely meal preparation for residents.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Food Safety

Sanitation Knowledge

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Flexibility

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

Operated by Lifestyle Options Retirement Communities, Ken's Diner is a 50's style Diner located in the heart of Schonsee. Our diverse fare combines healthy, nutritious daily specials with our wholesome diner classics.

At Lifestyle Options we care for our residents, but we also care for our employees. We're committed to your wellbeing, and we strive to create a positive and rewarding work environment for our staff. You will be joining a team of supportive professionals and leaders that want to see you excel in your career.

We are currently searching for a Line Cook to join our team at Ken's Diner!

Position Summary :

Line Cooks are responsible for the preparation of high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner. Must be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively. All line cooks must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.

We offer benefits such as :

• Company matched RRSP program for full-time employees
• Personal time off (PTO) days
• Opportunities for career progression

What You Bring to the Role :

• Two (2) years’ experience working in a commercial kitchen required.
• Strong written and verbal English skills to effectively communicate with all residents, visitors and at all levels within the organization required.
• Formal training in a culinary program considered an asset.
• Experience cooking for seniors an asset.
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation, WHMIS, Food Safety
• Basic food safety is required.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Proper knowledge for use and maintenance of all equipment in station.
• required.

Your Responsibilities :

• Prepares and cooks all food (hot and cold) as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the Head Chef.
• Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills.
• Prepare dishes for residents with food allergies or intolerances.
• Ensure timely preparation of all meals.
• Ensure that the correct quantities are prepared to meet daily needs.
• Ensure food is stored in appropriate containers, labeled, and rotated to ensure high standards of freshness, minimizing waste and maximizing quality.