Prep Cook - Inniskillin Wines

Arterra Wines Canada; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the wine industry is seeking a Prep Cook to join their team. In this role, you will prepare a variety of ingredients and assist in plating dishes, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation. The position offers competitive wages, flexible hours, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive wages and language premiums

Creative incentive programs

Full training and career opportunities

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of kitchen experience in a professional setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers and team members.
• Physical ability to lift to 40 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a diverse range of food items utilizing various cooking techniques.
• Ensure all dishes adhere to high-quality standards and proper portion sizes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked workstation.

Skills

Communication

Food Safety Compliance

Time Management

Job description

Job Description:

The Role:

As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of ingredients, including meats, seafood, vegetables, and more, ensuring that everything is prepped to the highest standards. You will also have the opportunity to assist in the plating and presentation of dishes, ensuring that each dish is ready to be transformed into a visually appealing and gastronomically satisfying experience during service.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Prepare a diverse range of food items utilizing various cooking techniques, including grilling, frying, sautéing, and more.
• Ensure all dishes adhere to our high-quality standards and proper portion sizes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked workstation to facilitate smooth service operations.
• Comply with food safety regulations and presentation guidelines, upholding the highest standards of quality and visual appeal for every dish.
• Assist with food preparation during quieter periods and actively contribute to closing the kitchen at the end of each shift.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.

Key Qualifications:

• At least 6 months of kitchen experience, in a professional setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers and team members.
• Physical ability to lift to 40 pounds and stand for long periods.

Perks:

• Competitive wages and language premiums.
• Creative incentive programs.
• Full training and career opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.

Compensation: $$18-20/hour plus gratuities

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.