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FIRST COOK

Under the direction of the Sous and Head chef, the fundamental duties of the First Cook include responsibility for basic food preparation such as salads, dressings, dips and garnishes to more complex tasks like curing, baking, and preparing a variety of foodstuffs from recipes. Maintaining their stations, assisting in opening and closing tasks as well as daily cleaning. A successful candidate would be an enthusiastic and passionate self-starter able to think clearly about problems, and work effectively in a fast paced dynamic environment. Interests in Barbecuing/outdoor cooking, as well as gardening and preserving an asset.

Duties:

• Line cooking food to order
• Basic food preparation
• Work with minimal supervision
• Ensure sanitary cooking conditions as well as a clean and organized work area
• Organize and ensure cleanliness of all refrigerated and dry storage
• Help to streamline all aspects of the kitchen operation
• Maintain, at all times, the standard of food quality as well as professionalism.

Skills and Qualifications

• Formal culinary training, relevant food service experience
• Knowledge of proper food handling procedures
• Good knife skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a high stress environment
• Strong communication skills required
• Prior knowledge of baking and grilling techniques
• Ability to work without posing a threat to yourself or others
• Able to lift up to 50lb
• Food Handlers and WHIMIS training an asset