Cook

The Cook role will contribute to the overall success of the hotel by assisting in food preparation, providing superior customer service and specialized services for the culinary department. This role is responsible for maintaining a positive work environment and high internal/external customer service standards.

We have both a morning shift which covers breakfast and an afternoon/evening shift that covers lunch and dinner. The Cook position requires availability across all days of the week.

Responsibilities:

Works a variety of shifts & stations 

Ensures food preparation and service delivery standards are consistently achieved and maintained

Ensures quality, quantity and presentation of all food prepared, meeting the Coast Hotels standards for freshness, appearance and consistency 

Ensures correct daily requisitioning, receiving, storage and rotation of “mise en place” 

Prepares, cooks and presents food as outlined in the menu descriptions, build sheets, photos, and / or Server’s checks 

Is committed to working safely, including adherence to food safety regulations, hygiene and cleanliness

Ensures the security and control of all food stocks used in the Kitchen to ensure minimum food wastage 

Directs and assists junior culinary Ambassadors 

Carries out other duties as assigned by the Culinary leadership team

Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar position

Successful completion of high school, with a commitment to obtaining the Inter-Provincial Trade Qualifications

The following certifications are required: Food Safe Level I, WHMIS

Hepatitis A vaccination recommended

Self-motivated team player with demonstrated interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, multi-functional team environment

Demonstrated superior customer service philosophy

Superior communication skills in the English language

Able to meet physical demands of the position, including standing for long period of time, lifting up to 30 lbs, and bending

Exemplifies Coast’s core values and enjoys working in a culture of accountability

Able to work a flexible schedule, which includes evenings, weekends and holidays