Overview

Languages

English

Education

- No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

- Noisy
- Non-smoking

Work setting

- Restaurant
- Hotel, motel, resort

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items
- Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
- Analyze operating costs and other data
- Demonstrate new cooking techniques and current equipment to cooking staff
- Create new recipes
- Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
- Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
- Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
- Requisition food and kitchen supplies
- Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
- Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
- Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
- Prepare pastry for special occasions, such as weddings and birthdays

Credentials





Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Cook Trade Certification
- Cook Red Seal Certificate
- Food Safety Certificate

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

- Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

- Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

- Tools

Personal suitability

- Leadership
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

- Bonus
- Group insurance benefits
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

- Subsidised public transportation

📌 pastry chef (Victoria)
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📍 Victoria