Prep Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen with Growth & Benefits

Compass Group Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Mental health resources

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a cook to join our kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Responsibilities include preparing and cooking food, mise en place, and proper storage with strict adherence to health and safety policies.

The role requires proven cooking experience, food safety certification, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. We value accuracy, speed, and excellent communication skills in a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare mise en place for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Cooking experience

Communication skills

Team player

Food safety

Education

Food Safety Certification

Cooking school certificate

Job description

Compass Group Canada is seeking a cook to join our kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Responsibilities include preparing and cooking food, mise en place, and proper storage with strict adherence to health and safety policies.

The role requires proven cooking experience, food safety certification, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. We value accuracy, speed, and excellent communication skills in a diverse workplace.