Full-Time Line Cook in Oshawa
Job Description
“Overview
Our cooks prepare, plate and present foodservice in a prompt, courteous and accurate manner in accordance to standardized recipes that exceed guest’s expectations.
Responsibilities
OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Functional
„ Apply developed knowledge of menu items
„ Ensure all opening / closing procedures are completed (shift dependent)
„ Competent in the use and care of kitchen tools and equipment
„ Ensure safe, sanitary and secure storage of products and receive delivery when required
„ Food preparation in keeping with standardized recipes including the following:
· stocks, sauces & soups, starches
· vegetables
· meat, poultry & fish
· sandwiches & salads
· use of convenience foods
· use of spices, seasonings, & flavouring Health and Safety
„ Adhere to all Risk Management policies and procedures
„ Report any unsafe Health & Safety conditions
„ Is “”WHMIS”” and “”Workplace Violence”” trained
„ Is aware and understands implementation of the Facility Emergency Plan, Incident Reports and knows the location and how to use the First Aid Kit, Eye Wash Station and Defibrillator
„ Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required Energy & Environmental Sensitivity
„ Ensure consideration for best practices in energy use management and environmental impact are employed
CORE COMPETENCIES Appropriate behaviour
„ Act honestly with integrity, being productive, co-operative, accountable, responsible and flexible
„ Proven work ethic to meet personal commitments
„ Adhere to policies and regulations
„ Share complete and accurate information
„ Demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic attitude Maintains Work and Personal Standards
„ Is concerned with personal wellbeing and maintains professional standards of dress and hygiene as detailed in the Canlan Dress Code Guidelines
„ Provide a high level of accuracy and detail in order to exceed expectations
„ Adhere to and support
· The Canlan Mission, Vision and Culture Statements
· Canlan’s policies, procedures and best practices
· The Customer Service Charter
· Corporate priorities Attendance, Punctuality and Timeliness
„ Achieve expectations with regards to schedules and is sensitive to the timeliness needs of others
„ Adhere to posted schedule
„ Flexible to work irregular shifts (evenings and weekends) Customer Service Focus
„ Know & understand the needs of the customer (both internal & external)
„ Listen and empathize with customers, clarify their needs and confirm customer satisfaction
„ Clarify customers’ needs and confirms customer satisfaction
„ Proactively resolve or escalate any guest, staff member or personal concerns to manager as required
„ Build positive relationships with customers and fellow staff
„ Be responsive in dealing with people
„ Participate in keeping all areas of the facility neat, tidy and safe at all times Teamwork
„ Work within and contribute to the effectiveness of the facility / department team
„ Respect differences and work effectively with others and independently
„ Take responsibility to help and assist in other restaurant areas as needed
„ Assist in training of new employees and mentor junior staff members
„ Has desire to excel and succeed as a department and team Communications
„ Adapt and communicate positively and effectively with customers and staff Understands Business Goals, Plans & Organizes
„ Effectively plan, prioritize and multi task
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
„ Food Safe Certified (or equivalent) required
ABILITIES, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE
„ Previous food preparation experience required
„ Positive and team orientated attitude
„ Willingness and ability to work flexible hours (evenings & weekends)”
How to Apply
We encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.