First Cook

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Room and board provided
• Remote location
• Cafeteria
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Catering firm
• Fast food outlet or concession
• Hotel, motel, resort
• Café
• Bakery

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Organize and manage buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Canadian
• Gluten-free

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options