Senior Production Assistant (Senior Cook)

Toronto Metropolitan University; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto Metropolitan University is seeking a Senior Production Assistant (Senior Cook). The role involves preparing delicious menu items in a dynamic kitchen environment. Candidates should have experience in a full service kitchen and strong food safety knowledge. This temporary position offers opportunities to engage with diverse university communities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a full service kitchen.
• Knowledge of food service procedures and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items as determined by the Chef.
• Maintain clean and organized work stations.
• Comply with safety regulations in kitchen.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Food Safety

Education

Secondary School Graduation Diploma

Job description

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About Toronto Metropolitan

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

About Toronto Metropolitan

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada.

In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our next chapter.

About University Business Services

University Business Services (UBS) is a division of the Office of the Vice President Operations and Administration and provides a number of different services to students, staff, faculty and guests of the University. Their mission is to provide and promote revenue generating services which support the academic mission of the University in a way that remains flexible and responsive to the changing needs of the University. UBS comprises several business units including Campus Store, Duplicating and Printing Services, Parking Services, OneCard Office, Food Services, Events and Space Reservation Services and the Urban Farm.

The Opportunity

The Senior Cook is responsible for the preparation of delicious menu items as determined by the Chef for the Retail kitchen, Catering and/or the Student Residence.

Additional Responsibilities Will Include

• Safe operation of standard kitchen equipment
• Ability to follow and adhere to recipes, following brand standards where needed
• Maintain clean and organized work stations
• Comply with required food handling and safety regulations, standards, practices and procedures and facilitates kitchen safety and sanitation
• Work collaboratively with team members
• Provide the Manager and/or Chef with guest feedback on menu items, help build special and theme menus and provides guidance to other kitchen personnel
  
  

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a secondary school graduation diploma.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in a full service kitchen, understanding recipes, organizing, arranging and setting up buffets or banquets, cooking and producing large quantities of food to meet the demands of cafeteria and catering operations.
• Knowledge of food service procedures, preparation and production.
• Knowledge of WHMIS.
• Knowledge of Food Safety and Physical Safety rules.
• Toronto Public Health Food Handlers or Recognized Serve Safe Certification is an asset.
• Good verbal communications and excellent customer service skills are required to interact with customers when receiving customer orders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and client service skills, including tact and diplomacy, to ensure efficient and effective support for members of the university community.
• Demonstrated record of attendance and reliability is required.
• The incumbent must be comfortable being exposed to undesirable and disagreeable conditions when working in a kitchen environment, with heat, fumes, odours, and noise, and the potential for minor cuts and burns if safety procedures are not followed.
  
  

Additional Information (OPSEU)

Position Number(s)TBDReports ToManager of Food ServicesDepartmentUniversity Business ServicesEmployee GroupOPSEUVacancy TypeTerm - this is an existing positionWork LocationOn campusStart DateAugust 2025End DateApril 2026Hours of Work36.25 - this position will have a continental work week, including rotating shifts and weekends as required with flexible work schedules depending on operational needs.Grade 4Salary Scale$45,555.11 - $52,810.87Hiring Salary Range$45,555.11 - $49,779.30TA Specialist/Posting DateMay 26, 2025Application Close DateJune 30, 2025

• Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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