Food Production Worker

Production Cook

Reports to- Head Chef or General Manager

A Production Cook maintains and exceeds guest satisfaction producing and preparing all food for delivery to 204 Meal Prep, Prairie Box, Prairie Hospitality Group working with the major airlines and other vendors.  The role will control and prepare all product according to specifications, beginning with all ‘Cold-Prep’ and progressing into oven operations. Production Cooks act as the smooth transition from ingredients to the line to the guest. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out while adhering to all company policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure that all products have been prepped, prepared and portioned in 100% accordance to recipes
Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of recipes to ensure production efficiency and quality
Ensure that production expediency is maintained
Execution of all cleaning checklists to ensure a safe and sanitary facility and workstation
Maintain the kitchen by sanitizing areas before and after use
Ensure all knives and equipment are clean and in good working condition, immediately reporting any issues
Safe operation and cleaning of food processor and slicer
Measure and prepare ingredients according to recipe manuals
Ensure all product is stored and dated properly to minimize waste and maximize quality
Responsible for clean as you go as it pertains to dishwashing and work areas
Adhere to Manitoba Food Safe requirements
Ensure proper cleanliness and organization of walk-in fridges, freezers and all other storage areas 
Prep according to lists received from manager/lead
Exhibit personal uniform and personal hygiene per company standards 
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Outstanding organization, coordination, and multi-tasking abilities
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Understanding of basic kitchen terminology and recipe deciphering
Understand the use of basic kitchen tools
Compensation and Benefits may include:

On-shift meal
Off shift, dine in meal discounts
Participation in Life, Health & Dental Benefits Plan as per policy
Physical, Sensory and Environmental Demands/Exposures

Frequently lifting to/from the floor

Rarely lifting to/from shoulder level or higher

Frequently carrying objects over 10 lbs.

Carrying objects over 75lbs

Frequently pushing objects

Frequently pulling objects

Frequently reaching at shoulder level

Frequently reaching below shoulder level

Frequently reaching above shoulder level

Regularly gripping objects

Regularly pinching objects (only fingers used)

Always standing

Regularly walking throughout the day

Rarely Crouching

Rarely Balancing

Frequently twisting and turning

Bending over frequently

Frequent repetitive movements

Touch/feel

Speech

Hearing

Smell

Vision/read

Cold temperatures (fridge/freezer)

High temperatures (ovens, grilltops etc.)

Fast-paced environment with production noise

Exposure to moisture in dish pit and at steamers

Use of hot equipment

Use of knives and other sharp equipment

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Thursday to Sunday

Monday to Thursday

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $15.30-$16.50 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• English not required
• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Food preparation: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person