Truffles Catering - Job Posting

Prep Cook

Truffles Catering is Victoria’s leading professional caterer for corporate events, weddings, office functions, social occasions and celebrations. We are the proud catering partner to some of Victoria’s best venues including Royal Roads University and Hatley Castle, the Royal BC Museum, and the Parkside Hotel & Spa.

Truffles has maintained a commitment to innovation in environmental stewardship since the inception of the sustainability program in 2008. This program encompasses management principles for purchasing, transportation, waste, energy and water, community involvement and climate change. Truffles Catering is a BC Green Business Green Leader and is a BC Ocean Friendly Business / Surfrider Approved.

Job Title: Prep Cook

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time with seasonal layoff in January

Job Summary: The Prep Cook will assist with the food preparation, organization, and creation processes for delivering food service. Cooks report to our Executive Chef and Sous Chef. This position is required to be versatile and responsive to the tasks the team needs in producing the highest quality dishes and service. Our ideal candidate has strong culinary skills and is a positive team member that is excited about creating memorable guest experiences.

Overview of Responsibilities:

· Working as part of a close team to create dishes guests will love while delivering consistent, quality service.

· Being organized and having everything in its place so you can respond to orders in a timely and orderly way.

· Working in a fast-paced environment that is clean, tidy, and safe.

· Shares a deep love of food and the belief in its ability to motivate, inspire, educate and entertain.





· Being part of a team of positive, high achievers who care about their guests and the company they are representing.

· Such other and unrelated duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Employer.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

· 1-3 years of kitchen experience, ideally in a catering and events environment.

· Experience with all kitchen equipment and practices, including meat cutting, seafood preparation, grilling, searing, vegetable prep and sauce making.

· Food Safe certification required.

· Valid Class 5 drivers license (an asset).

· Ability to follow recipes accurately while always keeping quality top of mind.

· Understanding of the quick breads process and yeast leavened products.

· Creative and passion for making new items and flavours.

· Strong organizational skills, work ethic and team player mentality.

Hours of Work: This is a full-time opportunity. The hours of work will vary and may be irregular, and will be those hours required to meet the responsibilities of the job. Open availability and flexibility is preferred during peak operating periods. We always try to commit to 2 days off in a row.

Work Location: In person at Truffles Catering office in Brentwood Bay

Pay: Starting at $23 an hour

Benefits:

· Extended medical

· Lunch provided

Application Process: please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

We are grateful for your time and consideration in applying to join our team. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Pay: $23.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 45.0 per week

Benefits:

- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- In office parking

Language:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person

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