Prep Cook, Part Time

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is hiring a Prep Cook to prepare and serve meals in compliance with local standards and safety guidelines. You will follow the daily production schedule, label and stock ingredients, and help maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

The ideal candidate has prep cook experience, a certificate from a recognized cooking school, a valid Food Handler Certificate, knowledge of health and safety rules, and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have prep cook experience and familiarity with kitchen operations.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school is required.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• Able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Culinary school training is a plus.
• Must have the physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.
• Label and stock ingredients on shelves for organization and accessibility.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings for dishes.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads and entrees.
• Maintain a clean, orderly kitchen and sanitize surfaces.
• Ensure proper storage of food and other items.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.

Skills

Prep Cook experience

Team player

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Certificate from a recognized cooking school

Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent

Tools

Kitchen utensils

Job description

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How you will make an impact:

You will be responsible for preparing food and serving customers in accordance with applicable local standards, guidelines and regulations.

As a Prep Cook, you will:

• Obtain daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef


• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible


• Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking


• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc.


• Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.


• Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.


• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.


• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly


• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines


• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

About you:

• Previous experience as a prep cook required


• Certificate from a recognized cooking school


• You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent


• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen


• Able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils


• A team player with effective communication skills


• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure


• Training from a culinary school will be an asset


• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

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