Reporting to: General Manager

NOC: 63200

Terms of Employment: Full Time, Permanent Position

Job Reference # TS5264

Location of Work: Portage La Prairie, Manitoba

We will provide:

Salary: $23 per hour

Paid vacation of 2 Weeks each year or 4% of salary

Minimum 30 hours/week throughout your employment period

Duties

Prepare and cook complete meals and individual dishes using traditional Indian cooking techniques, following established recipes, portion controls and quality standards

Independently operate and maintain specialized Indian restaurant equipment, including commercial tandoori ovens, high-output gas ranges, heavy-duty burners, tava/griddle pans, kadhai and degchi pots, commercial deep fryers, rice cookers, steamers, and industrial spice grinders

Prepare and process raw ingredients, including meats, seafood, vegetables, lentils and spices, requiring knowledge of Indian marination, tempering (tadka), slow-cooking and high-heat roasting techniques

Prepare curry bases, gravies, spice blends and marinades from scratch,



requiring precision in spice ratios, timing and temperature control

Monitor cooking processes, adjust heat sources, and ensure food is cooked to proper texture, flavour, safety standards

Maintain inventory records, assist with stock rotation, and identify supply requirements for specialized ingredients and spices

Ensure full compliance with provincial health regulations, food safety standards, sanitation protocols and HACCP requirements

Maintain cleanliness of workstations, kitchen equipment and food storage areas

Coordinate tasks with other kitchen staff during peak service hours to ensure timely and productive food production

Provide guidance and on-the-job training to junior cooks or kitchen helpers as required

Assist in recruiting and hiring kitchen staff

Requirements

No Education Requirements

Work Experience: Minimum three years of work experience as a Cook

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