Join our vibrant team as a Kitchen Head Cook and become a vital part of delivering exceptional dining experiences! This energetic role offers the opportunity to showcase your food preparation and cooking skills in a agile restaurant environment. Whether you're passionate about meal creation, food safety, or providing excellent food service, this position is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their career in the food industry. We prioritize paid positions to ensure our team members are valued and rewarded for their dedication.
Duties
- Plan nutritional balanced meals according to Canada’s food guide, requirements for food allergies and food related problems for children
- Prepare, serve and cook breakfast, lunch and two snacks daily, and for program excursions, events and activities
- Ensure all food is stocked and well maintained
- Maintain and monitor all cookware and kitchen appliances
- Clean up after meals, following all sanitizing regulations for the kitchen area
- Develop and maintain a cooperative relationship with other staff, parents and children
- Maintain a friendly atmosphere for the children, parents and staff
- Assist the other cooks as needed and other duties as assigned
- Abide by the Ochapowace First Nation Employee Policy Manual
Skills
- Proven experience in food service or restaurant environments with a focus on food preparation and cooking
- Strong knowledge of food handling procedures and safety standards within the food industry
- Excellent serving skills with a friendly attitude towards customers
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen setting while maintaining attention to detail
- Familiarity with meal preparation techniques and kitchen equipment operation
- Good communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members
- Enthusiasm for learning new culinary skills and advancing within the food service sector
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent would be an asset
- Related experience or a cooking certificate in the area would be an asset
- Safe food handling certificate and First Aide, CPR
- Reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license would be an asset
- Understanding of Canada’s Food Guide
- Must be friendly, dependable and possess a professional demeanor
Must be flexible and able to work well independently and with a team
Knowledge about Ochapowace First Nation, and First Nation culture and traditions