Lead Cook (Female Only) - Job Description - Full-time or Part-timeCedarcrest 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 payCommuter benefitHealth benefitOther bonusPaid breaksOn duty mealsOpportunity to develop your talentsPaid mandatory training hours (at Ontario minimum wage)What you will be doing:Responsible for the preparation & design from designated food menusProducing high quality plates both design & taste wiseEnsuring that the kitchen operates efficiently, effectively, professionally in a timely way that meets with our high quality standardsOrder supplies to stock inventory appropriatelyTrain the kitchen staff in maintaining the order, cleanliness & tidiness of the kitchenEnsure that the stove,



oven and other equipment in the kitchen are cleaned on a regular basisClean fridge once a week (or as needed); defrost freezers and clean themComply with & enforce sanitation regulations & safety standardsMaintain a positive & professional approach with coworkers & guestsAccuracy & speed in handling emergency situations & providing solutionsFamiliar with industry's best practicesTime management strengths with the ability to multi – taskKnowledge of some diets: gluten, diabetes, cholesterol, lactose and/or dairy freeAdapt menus for the different possible dietsYour experience and skills include:Expert knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients and proceduresExperience in using different cooking tools, equipment & utensilsStrong communication skills, both written and verbalUnderstanding of food preparation techniquesBasic knowledge of mathematics to make correct measurements of ingredientsAbility to follow recipe instructionsPrevious experience managing staff (3 - 5 years)Previous fine dining experience preferredFood management, preparation and handling experience requiredHighly organized individual with ability to multitaskAbility to withstand long hours of standing, bending and moving aroundReliable means of transportationOntario Food Handler Certification is RequiredThis 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.

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