Third Cook

Holiday-In; Toronto; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness days

Employee events

On-Site Parking

Gym/Pool access

Retirement plan

IHG hotel discounts

Career development

Job summary

Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport is seeking a kitchen support role to prepare cold foods and assist in all kitchen activities, ensuring high-quality items reach guests promptly.

You will maintain clean work areas, support cooks, and contribute to teamwork across departments while following brand standards and safety guidelines in a busy hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and math skills and some prior food preparation experience preferred.
• Friendly and hospitality focused
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, stressful environment
• Carrying items up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Prepare salads, sandwiches, cold food entrees and other prepared foods according to portion and quality standards specified in recipes. Control food usage to minimize waste.
• 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 reach-ins, walk-ins and counters. Report all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• May maintain supplies and equipment 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; stocks 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.
• 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

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Teamwork

Pressure tolerance

Job description

Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport, Toronto, ON, CA

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

• Wellness Days
• Employee Social Events
• On-Site Parking
• Onsite Gym/Pool
• Retirement Saving Plan / Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan
• Career Development
• Hotel Discounts at IHG

JOB OVERVIEW

Prepare cold food items and assist in all kitchen activities to ensure that guests receive high quality food items in a timely manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare salads, sandwiches, cold food entrees and other prepared foods according to portion and quality standards specified in recipes. Control food usage to minimize waste.
• 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; stocks 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

• Basic reading, writing and math skills and some prior food preparation experience preferred.
• Friendly and hospitality focused
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, stressful environment
• Carrying items up to 50 pounds

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.