Second Cook

Holiday-In; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellness days

Employee events

On-site parking

Gym and pool access

Retirement plan

Hotel discounts

Job summary

Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking a motivated kitchen team member to prepare meals to standard recipes and support daily kitchen operations. The position offers an hourly wage of $25.61–$28.46 CAD with benefits and opportunities for growth in a multicultural hospitality company.

We value hospitality, the ability to work under pressure, and adherence to standards for food safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus one year of food preparation experience.
• Some college preferred.
• Friendly and hospitality focused.
• Certification of culinary training or apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for restaurant and outlets according to recipes.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and prep areas.
• Report unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Assist with inventory and stocking of supplies.
• Support kitchen team during peak periods.

Skills

Friendly and hospitality focused

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School diploma + 1 year food preparation experience

Certification of culinary training or apprenticeship

Job description

Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport, Toronto, ON, CA

Salary Range: $25.61 To $28.46 Hourly

Looking for a career change? Join one of Canada’s most successful and multicultural Hospitality companies, that strives to take your talent to the next level. With 20 hotels owned and managed by Easton’s Group of Hotels, and more in development, your passion, collaboration, and voice will be an excellent addition to our growing Organization. As a company, we strive to provide exceptional benefits, perks, and growth opportunities to all our employees. If you have a passion for exceptional service delivery, are results driven and appreciate the recognition, Easton’s is your career partner of choice.

At Easton's, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We believe that inclusion strengthens our teams, drives innovation and enables us to achieve our vision while creating opportunities for everyone to thrive.

About the Hotel:

Welcome to the vibrant Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport, where excitement and comfort collide! Boasting 451 rooms and owned by Easton's Group of Hotels , we’re just minutes from Pearson Airport. Indulge in our expansive restaurant and bar and explore over 20,000 square feet of versatile banquet space.

• Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• Wellness Days
• Employee Social Events
• On-Site Parking
• Onsite Gym/Pool
• Retirement Saving Plan / Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan
• Hotel Discounts at IHG

JOB OVERVIEW

Prepare meals in accordance with portion and quality standards specified in recipes

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare meals for respective section(s) (restaurant, outlets, etc.) and assist in all kitchen activities to ensure that guests receive high quality food items in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean kitchen by cleaning all work surfaces used in food preparation on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area, including but not limited to reach-ins, walk-ins and counters. Report all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• May maintain supplies and equipment (trays, china, silver and condiments) for service at the station areas.
• Advise supervisor of low inventory items and problems related to equipment, food quality, portions, etc.
• Perform receiving and inventory duties as specified by supervisor; stock supplies as requested.
• Assist cooks and may assist stewards during peak activity periods.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Catering, Banquets, Outlets, Maintenance, and Guest Services.
• Ability to comprehend and follow recipes
• May assist with other duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned. In carrying out your duties you will follow all Company and Brand Standards

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent plus one year of 1 year of experience in food preparation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some college preferred.
• Friendly and hospitality focused
• Certification of culinary training or apprenticeship
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, stressful environment

Accessibility & Accommodation:

• Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport is committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for all stages of the selection process.
• Should you require any accommodations during an interview process, kindly let us know in advance, as we are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.