Concessions Cook, Seasonal Part Time

Compass Canada•Ottawa, ON

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for overseeing the operation and execution of all duties assigned leading up to any event or group catering. The chosen candidate will take full ownership of these areas and all that they entail. This position requires the ability to understand and execute any given menus and high volume food production and serve our client with the highest standard of service and quality controls.

Requirements

Previous experience or a combination of education in cooking, food prep, and/or culinary arts is an asset
Must be flexible with schedule and able to work different shifts
Must practice good personal hygiene
Must be able to effectively execute receive instructions
Must complete all mandatory training. Failure to complete can result in disciplinary actions up to and including termination.
English is the working language at this job location. Candidate must be able to understand, read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

French is considered an asset, but is not mandatory.

Responsibilities

Be on-time for shift, in uniform, and prepared to work at scheduled start time
Display a positive attitude toward teammates and managers, assist fellow team members whenever possible, up to and including washing dishes and end of service cleaning.
Thoroughly complete all station set-up and breakdown responsibilities, ensuring work area is prepared for event start time
Ensure all food stations are setup to health and safety standards
Ensure all food production and food holding areas are cleaned and maintained throughout a shift
Ensure all hot boxes are emptied of food and equipment at the end of service
Follow recipe guidelines in preparing food as directed by team lead or management, and complete steps of service to ensure guest satisfaction
Understand the menu items for any given work area; and be capable of answering guest inquiries regarding items, and escalating inquiries as required.
Complete food preparation and production in a timely manner, as directed by team lead or management
Adhere to all standards for cooking, plating, portioning, expediting, and serving specified menu items
Practice proper product control and handling of all inventory and equipment
Complete all assigned temp-logs for designated work area(s)
Maintain work area and adhere to food safety and sanitation practices
Adhere to Compass health safety policy, and wear cut glove when required.
Act with a sense of urgency and provide friendly, efficient service to teammates and guests
Ensure all soiled apron is deposited in the correct receptacles as designated
Respond to any reasonable task as assigned by a supervisor or management
Coordinate and communicate with back of house coordinator regarding schedules and QA logs.
Understand the flow of service and layout of chef tables.
Ensure all chef tables are properly stocked with, but not limited to, cleaning supplies, gloves, sanitizer clothes, ect.
Maintain a higher standard of cleanliness and quality.
Ensure walk in fridges are broken down and always organized appropriately.
Ensure walk-way outside pantry is organized before, during and after service.
Ensure all chef tables are cleared of food and sanitized at the end of shift
Ensure general cleanliness of work area, including chef tables, during service
Assist in end of shift cleaning in North Side kitchen after all duties in assigned work area has been completed.