POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Sous Chef, Pastry Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Manager, F&B, this position is responsible for the execution of menu item production, maintaining all company standards and adherence to all safety and hygiene policies and procedures while contributing to a safe and welcome work environment for all team members. Ensures adherence to the Company’s policies and procedures, motivates and leads by example and supports Great Canadian’s learning environment while establishing a safe and welcoming work environment for all team members.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Prepares, pre-cooks, cooks and presents menu items in a timely fashion; follows standardized recipes
• Submits food product requirements for purchasing
• Prepares mis en place (setting in place) of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery and other products as required for high volume production
• Cleans kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures
• Receives stock from receiving operations, labels, dates, stores and rotates in appropriate storage areas
• Assists with month end inventories as directed
• Attends culinary meetings as required
• Liaises and communicates effectively with all appropriate operational departments
• Develops and cultivates strong working relationships with all stakeholders: guests, ownership and team members
• Ensures compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma; Culinary education an asset
• Minimum 3 years of progressive culinary experience
• Red Seal certification through ITA or current enrollment in the program an asset
• Food Safety Certification
• Ability to successfully obtain a Criminal Background Check
• Ability to exceed internal and external customer expectations through timely, effective and service oriented communication
• Computer literacy in MS Office

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