Lead Cook (Female Only) - Job Description - Full-time or Part time
Cedarcrest Foundation is seeking a passionate and experienced Female Lead Cook for its Conference Centre in Belfountain, Ontario. Cedarcrest hosts some Women Only activities that require Female Only staff. You will be responsible for the preparation & design from designated food menus and producing high quality plates both design & taste wise. Reporting to the Cedarcrest Administrator, in this position you ensure that the kitchen operates efficiently, effectively, professionally in a timely way that meets with our high quality standards.

What is in it for you:

Competitive wages (bi-weekly)

Vacation pay

Commuter benefit

Health benefit

Other bonus

Paid breaks

On duty meals

Opportunity to develop your talents

Paid mandatory training hours (at Ontario minimum wage)

What you will be doing:

Responsible for the preparation & design from designated food menus

Producing high quality plates both design & taste wise

Ensuring that the kitchen operates efficiently, effectively, professionally in a timely way that meets with our high quality standards

Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately

Train the kitchen staff in maintaining the order, cleanliness & tidiness of the kitchen

Ensure that the stove, oven and other equipment in the kitchen are cleaned on a regular basis

Clean fridge once a week (or as needed); defrost freezers and clean them





Comply with & enforce sanitation regulations & safety standards

Maintain a positive & professional approach with coworkers & guests

Accuracy & speed in handling emergency situations & providing solutions

Familiar with industry’s best practices

Time management strengths with the ability to multi – task

Knowledge of some diets: gluten, diabetes, cholesterol, lactose and/or dairy free

Adapt menus for the different possible diets

Your experience and skills include:

Expert knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients and procedures

Experience in using different cooking tools, equipment & utensils

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Understanding of food preparation techniques

Basic knowledge of mathematics to make correct measurements of ingredients

Ability to follow recipe instructions

Previous experience managing staff (3 - 5 years)

Previous fine dining experience preferred

Food management, preparation and handling experience required

Highly organized individual with ability to multitask

Ability to withstand long hours of standing, bending and moving around

Reliable means of transportation

Ontario Food Handler Certification is Required

This is a full-time or part-time position, there is a requirement to work on weekends and some holidays.

Please note International applications are not accepted at this time.

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📌 Lead Cook (Female Staff Only) (Ontario)
🏢 Cedarcrest
📍 Ontario