Cook

Job Description:                Cook - Experienced with South Asian Cuisine

Position:                              Contract, Permanent, Full time with overtime as needed

Salary:                                   $28.80/hrs. (min 30 hrs/week)

Language:                            Speak, Read, Write - English

Education:                           Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent as asset

Experience:                        1 year to less than 2 years

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Chef & the Owner, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings
• Prepare and portion all food items for a la carte menu according to Company recipes and standards - chopping and peeling vegetables, prepare proteins for cooking and prepare condiments
• Prepare food items for guests with food allergies or intolerances.
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions

·         Work with specialized cooking equipment and utensils.

·         Prepare menu, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs.

• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
• Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Adhere to Company kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards
• Follow all Company safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage

Summary of Qualifications:

• Previous experience with preparation of South Asian Cuisine.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, hot kitchen environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Ability to work daytime, evenings, and weekends as required

How to apply:  Send resume and cover letter to:

benjohn@scotiacurry.ca