Line Cook

Cineplex • St. John's, NL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Rec Room is a revolutionary new entertainment concept in Canada, featuring a wide range of attractions including simulation games, redemption gaming, bowling, billiards, and more. It also includes an auditorium for live entertainment and a theatre-sized screen for viewing events. The Rec Room offers an upscale casual dining experience with an open kitchen, a contemporary menu, and an "eatertainment-style" concept in the games area. A large center bar area with a stage serves as a gathering spot for watching events. The Rec Room integrates a cutting-edge interactive technology platform to enhance the overall experience.

Cineplex Entertainment is recruiting for the position of Cook to prepare high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary, and consistent manner. This role requires working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, maintaining organizational skills, and acting on job duties quickly and effectively. The Cook must be a team player, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation required.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling required.
• Ability to lift up to 50lb.
• Effective communication skills.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
• Highly effective teamwork skills.
• Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel and e-mail.
• Attention to detail in all areas of work.
• Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Professional diploma or food services management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily preparation of food items in the pantry, fry, and/or stations or other areas of the kitchen.
• Setting up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Following clean as you go requirements.
• Preparing all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Following recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications.
• Restocking all items as needed throughout the shift.
• Cleaning and maintaining station in practicing good safety, sanitation, and organizational skills.
• Assisting with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Performing additional responsibilities as requested by the Chef, or Sous Chef.
• Preparing dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Ensuring quality and safety of food by performing standard and additional sanitary measures, including sweeping floors, cleaning surfaces, and proper covering and storage of food items.
• Working at an efficient and consistent pace.
• Ensuring timely preparation of all meals.
• Ensuring that the correct quantities are prepared to meet daily needs.
• Utilizing kitchen equipment during food preparation.
• Staying productive and preparing for future needs as time allows.
• Demonstrating flexibility and volunteering to fill open shifts as required.
• Following proper reporting procedures for accidents and incidents.
• Adhering to all regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, use of hazardous materials, and fire safety.
• Serving food in the proper portion size and at the proper temperature.
• Reporting any infraction in the food services department policies and procedures.
• Arriving to work at the scheduled time.
• Performing other related duties as required.
• Opening and closing the station as per requirements.
• Leading by example with an eagerness to learn.
• Executing daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.

Benefits

• Cineplex is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
• We encourage and welcome applications from all intersectional walks of life.
• We are committed to improving access and opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent, inhibit, or restrict their access to employment opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED