Prepare and cook dishes following the menus and recipes as per requirements.
Control and maintain temperature of foods while cooking, meat cutting, and portioning.
Ensure high standards in taste, preparation, and consistency to meet company standards
Ensure all work stations are stocked and prepped for shifts.
Calculate high volume food quantities based on recipe specifications.
Operate in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Must be flexible with work schedule and hours and adapt to schedule changes to accommodate operational requirements.
Maintain a safe and sanitary work station.
Need to be able to work in a cold environment under 4 degrees Celsius.
Will need to train and oversee cook helpers as assigned
Other related duties within the cooking area
Opportunity to become supervisor for right candidate
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Post-secondary education or 1 year of formal training from a certified culinary institute an asset.
Basic knowledge of food handling procedures, Food Handler Certificate an asset.
Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in a high volume cooking
Knowledge of HACCP processes and procedures is an asset
Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling required.
Ability to lift up to 50 lb.
Effective communication skills including the ability to read and write in English.
Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
Highly effective teamwork skills.
Attention to detail in all areas of work.
Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
Experience:
cooking: 1 year
Food safe Level 1 and HACCP ( Preferred)
WHO WE ARE?
Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.