Second Cook — Travel, Overtime & Benefits

Compass Group Canada; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and accommodation provided

Overtime after 8hr shift

Benefits after 3 months

Job summary

Compass Group Canada’s ESS Canada unit is seeking a Second Cook to prepare, pre-cook and cook food to corporate standards. You will set mise en place for high-volume production and maintain strict health and safety practices.

You’ll work with other departments and ensure timely, accurate food service. The role requires 2+ years of banquet/restaurant cooking, Food Safety Certification, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years proven cooking experience in a banquet, catering or restaurant setting.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school is an asset.
• 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 and other products 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.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Communication

Teamwork

Speed and accuracy

Independence

Attention to detail

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Compass Group Canada’s ESS Canada unit is seeking a Second Cook to prepare, pre-cook and cook food to corporate standards. You will set mise en place for high-volume production and maintain strict health and safety practices.

You’ll work with other departments and ensure timely, accurate food service. The role requires 2+ years of banquet/restaurant cooking, Food Safety Certification, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.