First Cook - FULL TIME

Westmont Hospitality Group•St. John's, NL

1d•CA$21 - CA$25•Onsite

About The Position

The Delta St. John's Hotel is a 403 room fast paced, high volume conference hotel. We strive to foster a strong service culture and team environment so that the needs of our guests and associates are met in equal measure. We are seeking a qualified First Cook. This is full time permanent position. This position involves evenings & weekends at this time.

Requirements

Must have a Journeyman’s Red Seal Certificate of Qualification
Must have minimum 10 years experience in a high volume operation
Must have worked all areas of the classical kitchen brigade
Must be able to understand BEO process
Full knowledge of HACCP, FOOD SAFETY AND WHMIS and enforces these standards with all staff required
Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision
Understanding of inventory and requisition process
Must be able to work in a fast paced and high stress environment with good problem solving skills
Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs throughout the day
Must be able to work a variety of shifts including holidays and weekends
Ability to tolerate extended periods of walking and standing expected, including bending, reaching, pushing, pulling and cope with stress due to changes in business environment
Ability to adapt to working in fluctuating temperature zones a requirement
Must have the ability to motivate, train and lead team players
Must be well organized, self-motivated and be capable of working without supervision
Must be able to handle problems, make sound decisions and exercise empowerment process
Must exhibit behavior consistent with core values
Must practice good hygiene
Must be a team orientated individual with good interactive skills
Must adhere to established standards for food quality and portion control
Excellent communication skills
A Valid Open Work permit is required

Nice To Haves

Experience in leading large volume banquet production an asset
Red Seal Certification

Responsibilities

Maintain a positive friendly attitude and high level of professionalism while servicing our internal team and guests to the highest standards
Arrive to work as per schedule ready for work in proper uniform and in accordance to grooming policy
Work respectably with other associates and guests
Responsible for training of new employees; Instruct others in a positive and constructive manner
Have an exceptional passion for food preparation presentation and service delivery
Responsible for ensuring proper levels of required food by monitoring current, upcoming and changes to business levels while keeping composure and positive frame of mind
Monitor/Supervise food quality and ensure proper standards of food preparation rotation and storage
Work conscientiously in assisting to control food quality, food cost, labour productivity and wastage
Creativity in all areas of food preparation is essential
Must Lead by positive example and providing training / mentoring as required, to team members
Participate in a multi functional work environment
To complete assigned work to hotel standards and to ensure area meets Occupational Health & Safety and Sanitation standards
Maintains cleanliness of work area
Maintains clean refrigerators and ensures rotation of inventory
Adhere to all health and safety standards and properly label, date and store items
Liaises with the Kitchen Management team on a daily basis re problems/concerns or suggestions
Other duties as assigned
In Conjunction with Executive Chef, plans, costs and executes daily Restaurant specials