Southeast Collegiate is accepting applications for a full-time Kitchen Services cook/helper to join our school staff as soon as possible.

SUMMARY

Under the supervision and direction of the Kitchen Chef Supervisor, the Cook will prepare and cook items in accordance to the kitchen standards. Kitchen Services cooks must make a large quantity of food products for students and staff each day while also ensuring prompt and excellent customer service. Kitchen Services cooks are responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen, ensuring the shelves, fridges, and freezers are stocked, and performing other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Chef Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

· High school diploma required
· Minimum of 1 year Experience with various cooking, baking and cutting procedures and methods (grilling, baking, frying, chopping etc.) required;
· Knowledge of local, provincial, and federal food handling laws and regulations;
· Must have Food Handler Certification or be willing to obtain upon hiring
· Must be willing to be certified in First Aid, CPR and any other certifications required for the job
· Able to carry, lift or unload packages that weigh 30-40 pounds;
· Ability to follow all sanitation procedures;
· Professional, responsible, positive work attitude and excellent customer service skills;
· Excellent time management and decision-making skills;
· Ability to multi task with minimal supervision;
· Ability to work independently as well as be an integral member of a highly focused and results driven team;
· Satisfactory Criminal Record and Child Abuse Check

· Ensure high quality food service
· Ensure promptness, freshness, and quality of all food and place prepped food in desired containers with labels and dates.
· Follow recipes & menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
· Modify recipes to meet the needs and requests of students and staff
· Establish and oversee daily and semi-annual scheduled cleaning duties
· Check freshness of food, rotate stock and discard out-of-date items
· Perform duties as needed to facilitate the culinary service operation
· Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area