Cook

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work Setting

Restaurant, Urban area, Willing to relocate, Relocation costs not covered by employer

Personal Suitability

Client focus, Dependability, Excellent oral communication, Flexibility, Initiative, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player

Cook Categories

Cook (general)

Tasks

Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies, Inspect kitchens and food service areas, Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food, Order supplies and equipment, Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment, Clean kitchen and work areas, Manage kitchen operations

Duties

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods,
• Establishing staff and production schedules to ensure there is sufficient help throughout and to enable timely delivery of food items
• Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies,
• Analyzing recipes and making menu changes when necessary to minimize overhead costs while still keeping customers happy
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas,
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food,
• Order supplies and equipment,
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers,
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment,
• Monitoring and overseeing sanitation practices to ensure that employees strictly adhere to the standards and regulations of cleanliness

Security and Safety

Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Attention to detail, Fast-paced environment, Physically demanding, Repetitive tasks, Standing for extended periods, Work under pressure