What are the responsibilities and job description for the First Cook position at Dexterra?
Company Description
WHO ARE WE?
Dana Hospitality is a Canadian-owned food service provider that focuses on transforming the food service experience, every day. We are passionate about cooking from scratch with local ingredients
to create exceptional cuisine. We are looking for a FIRST COOK to join our team at Concordia University Of Edmonton.
Job Description
Here we GROW AGAIN!!! Are you a First Cook who is passionate about food?
The First Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking all main meals as per requirements; and ensuring all meals are prepared and served & prepared properly.
Your work will include:
- Cook a variety of appetizing meals which includes: meats, seafood, soups, poultry, vegetables and other food items
- Use all kinds of cooking method to prepare top quality food including deep-frying, pan-frying, broiling, baking, boiling, grilling, sautéing, steaming and other methods
- Ensure that all meals are prepared within the allocated food budget
- Ensure consistency in food delivery including cooking, handling, storing and labeling products in accordance with FOODSAFE standards
- Perform other duties in final food presentation including plating and garnishing
- Operate all kinds of commercial and non-commercial kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, steamers, grills, broilers and other equipment
- Assist in menu planning, inventory counts and grocery orders
- Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of dining room and kitchen areas
- Assist with Health & Safety Audits and Training
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Health and dental benefits
- Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
- Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.
- Company supplied uniforms and the opportunity to enjoy delicious subsidized meals.
- Work Life Balance
Qualifications
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
- Minimum 1 year prior experience as a Sous Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or camps, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
- Must have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen i.e: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests;
- FoodSafe Level I is minimum. SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification is an asset.
- Knowledge of Computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sysco, Outlook)
- Successful candidate MUST obtain a 80% make or higher on the mandatory WHMIS test (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
Additional Information
Dana Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.
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