Senior Production Assistant (Senior Cook)

Toronto Metropolitan University; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian university is seeking a Senior Cook to prepare menu items for various services, ensuring adherence to safety and food handling regulations. The ideal candidate will have a secondary school diploma and at least three years of experience in a large food service environment, showcasing strong communication and teamwork abilities. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in a full-service kitchen.
• Knowledge of food service procedures and production.
• Familiarity with WHMIS and Food Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items for the Retail kitchen, Catering, and Student Residence.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain cleanliness.
• Collaborate with team members and provide feedback on menu items.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Toronto Metropolitan

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is committed to becoming Canada's leading comprehensive innovation university, emphasizing equity, diversity, and inclusion as core values embedded across all levels of the institution.

We encourage applications from individuals who demonstrate a commitment to these values, especially from historically disadvantaged and marginalized groups, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit Peoples, racialized communities, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences relevant to these groups. All qualified candidates, including newcomers and immigrants to Canada, are encouraged to apply.

In April 2022, the university adopted the name Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our institution.

About University Business Services

University Business Services (UBS) supports the university's mission by providing revenue-generating services to students, staff, faculty, and guests. UBS includes units such as Campus Store, Duplicating and Printing Services, Parking Services, OneCard Office, Food Services, Events and Space Reservation, and the Urban Farm.

The Opportunity

The Senior Cook will prepare menu items for the Retail kitchen, Catering, and Student Residence, following the guidance of the Chef.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Operating kitchen equipment safely
• Following recipes and brand standards
• Maintaining clean and organized workstations
• Adhering to food handling and safety regulations and ensuring kitchen sanitation
• Collaborating with team members
• Providing feedback on menu items and assisting in menu development

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent
• At least three years of experience in a full-service kitchen, including preparing large quantities of food for cafeteria and catering services
• Knowledge of food service procedures, preparation, and production
• Understanding of WHMIS and Food Safety standards
• Toronto Public Health Food Handlers or Recognized Serve Safe Certification is an asset
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable attendance record
• Comfort working in environments with heat, fumes, odors, noise, and potential minor injuries, following safety procedures