Culinary Associate

At Onward Manufacturing Company Limited, we are a proudly North American, Family-owned manufacturer of premium quality, high performance gas barbecue and related accessories. Our Broil King gas grills are designed, engineered, manufactured, and assembled from raw materials and components to finished barbecue, in the US and Canada. Broil King® is sold in over 40 countries and backed by a worldwide network of sales and distribution partners.

When it comes to quality, there can be no compromise. Improvement to quality is a never-ending journey. Onward was the first grill company to embrace ISO quality standards and remains committed to insuring and continuously improving the quality of every process, component, product and service to deliver an exceptional experience our customers have grown to trust.

Visit our websites to learn more about us: Onward Manufacturing Company Limited-Since 1906 (www.omcbbq.com) / Broil King® - www.broilkingbbq.com

We are currently looking for a Culinary Associate to join our team in Waterloo, ON.

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing, the incumbent would be responsible for overseeing and facilitating aspects of the Onward Manufacturing kitchen, as well as enhancing all Onward Manufacturing’s guest experience through assisting with event planning and food service.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cooking and Event Planning

- Ensure food is prepared to the highest standards while maintaining and developing the Broil King cooking techniques.

- Preparation and Cooking for private functions.

- Organize and Assist with BBQ events and ensuring food safety standards.

- Develop standard cooking routines for lunch, while preparing staff lunches.

- Be involved in planning and coordination of entertaining visitors.

- Maintain the showroom by stocking shelves where needed and making sure all BBQs are cleaned and polished.

- Cleaning and organizing the kitchen.

Food Styling

- Work with the graphics team to create visually appealing food to stage on BBQs or wherever it might be needed.

- Style food appropriately for Photoshoots to promote and tell the story outlined by the Creative Director.

- Reduce food waste by utilizing, in a safe manner, food that has been used for photo shoots.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position requires the incumbent to be available both in the office, as well as working off site based on locations of events.
• Travel to offsite events is required.
• The working area and kitchen are expected to be organized, clean and well maintained.

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HOURS: Although Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm are preferred, hours may be flexible based on the candidates commitment and availability.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Cooking: 2 years (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Waterloo, ON N2V 1K3 (required)

Work Location: In person