Cook, Full Time

Chartwells Higher Education; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education is hiring a Cook to join our campus kitchen team. You will prepare and cook food to established standards, set up mise en place for high-volume service, and maintain cleanliness and food safety across the kitchen.

The role requires proven cooking experience, a food safety certification, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Competitive scheduling and benefits are offered where applicable.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in a professional kitchen.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods and ingredients.
• Able to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to standards.
• Set up mise en place for high-volume production.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment after use.
• Label, date, store and rotate products.
• Communicate with operations and report issues to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Team player

Communication

Education

Culinary certificate

Job description

67014-Mount Royal-Market | 67014
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW
CALGARY, AB T3E 6K6, CAN

Description

Prepares food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare "mise en place" (setting in place of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery, etc) and other products as required 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.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Cooks? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• 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.