Kitchen Assistant

Group Compass Ltee•Toronto, ON

About The Position

This role involves assisting in the preparation and cooking of various food items while maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards in the preparation and kitchen areas. The Kitchen Assistant will support daily food service operations.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment
Experience supporting food service operations, including restocking hot buffet stations, running food, bussing tables, and providing general service support
Must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent
Ability to operate cooking equipment and complete all other cooking tasks
Ability to work in a self-directed environment and effectively within an interdisciplinary team
Experience in basic food preparation
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Nice To Haves

Certificate from a recognized cooking school preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation and cooking of various food items
Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment
Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods under guidance
Add seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under the instruction of others
Carve meat, portion food on serving plates, and add gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders as directed
Wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetables
Butcher chicken, fish and shellfish as directed
Maintain work area and equipment, following principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment
Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas