Commissary Cook - Food Services

Nature's Fare Markets • Vernon, BC

4d • CA$19 - CA$21 • Onsite

About The Position

In our commissary, we are passionately creating delicious food made with carefully chosen organic, local sustainable ingredients: fresh products, ethically raised and grass-fed meat and dairy and products without additives or preservatives. Our customers love our fresh juices and smoothies, gourmet sandwiches and wraps, salads, hearty soups, entrees and an array of baked goods. And of course, we offer tasty options for a variety of food preferences including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and paleo diets.

Requirements

• Food Safe Certificate - Level 1
• Knowledge of provincial health, sanitization, and safety regulations

Nice To Haves

• Experience in volume food preparation as a prep or line cook
• Education in related area
• Knowledge of inventory control and food storage procedures

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cut, portion, and cook various vegetables, salads, and soups for our bistro
• Ensure recipes are properly measured and have a keen eye for detail
• Ensure freshness of our products by participating in proper rotation of stock in all areas of the kitchen
• Comply with rules about cleanliness and comply with WorkSafe, Food Safe and Nature's Fare standards at all times
• Operate kitchen equipment including knives, mandolins, burners, rational ovens, large stock kettles, large mixers, immersion hand blenders, food processor, etc.
• Ensure efficiency of the team by alerting the commissary manager of any equipment failure, product shortages, etc. in a timely manner
• Complete assigned daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks
• Contribute and maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude

Benefits

• Competitive wages starting from $18.50 - 21.00/hour
• Up to 25% store discount
• Education allowance
• Health Spending Account (dental, vision, naturopathic practices + more) (starting at 24+ hours per week)
• Certified hours for culinary school credit
• Free swag (products, food, clothing + more)
• Share in some laughs, air high-fives, and fun each day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed