Reporting to the Chef, Sous Chef, and Chef de Partie, the First Cook’s main objective is to prepare and present menu items as set out by the Chef to ensure safety, hygiene, and cleanliness in all aspects of work and other members of the kitchen. This position is responsible for working the whole line of the kitchen including the preparation and presentation of both hot and cold menu items set out by the Chef, while coordinating with other kitchen members in the process. You will collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure every dish is prepared efficiently and consistently, upholding the highest standards of quality and presentation.

Key Accountabilities Food Preparation

- Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, preparing sauces).
- Ensure the proper use of scales and measurements in all recipes, portioning, and food production.
- Cook menu items to the satisfaction of the chef and customer.
- Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portion, and appearance of food.
- Follow any and all recipes as they apply to any food products as determined by the Chef.
- Participate in the plating in designated food service areas to maintain the best quality presentation under the direction of more experienced line cooks and chefs.
- Ensure that food comes out simultaneously in high quality and in a timely fashion.
- Clean up station and take care of leftover food.
- Stock inventory appropriately.
- Identify situations which compromise APC’s culinary standards and report to the Chef.

Instruction To Others

- Provide assistance to line cook 2 and 3 on kitchen procedures and daily kitchen operations.
- Able to correctly and efficiently chop and prepare food.




- Coach and mentor junior line cooks on the proper knife skill techniques.
- Coaches’ junior line cooks on proper cooking techniques.
- Reviews food prepared by junior cooks.

General Duties

- Adhere to and comply with all APC policies, safety regulations and safe work practices that will ensure a safe work environment.
- Maintain a professional image while working and provide extraordinary experiences to our park visitors while performing daily work activities.
- Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with co-workers, volunteers, and visitors.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the principles of equity and diversity, and proven ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

What’s in it for you?
- Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
- The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
- Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates,



clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests protected.
- Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
- A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
- We are as diverse as our guests. We believe diverse and inclusive environments support innovation and collaboration, and benefit our associates, clients, and customers. We are committed to Listen, Learn, and Act and our Diversity Inclusion Action Councils (DIAC) are associate led groups that seek to foster inclusion through cultural awareness, engagement and appreciation of diversity. We are Stronger, Together!

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply. For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [email protected] for further information.

📌 Banquets and Catering First Cook Part Time at Assiniboine Park (Winnipeg)
🏢 Compass Group Canada
📍 Winnipeg