Full-Time Prep Cook (Temporary Backfill)

Paradies Lagardère•Richmond, BC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Prep Cook provides a supreme dining experience to guests by preparing high quality meals. The Cook's main goal is to ensure that guests will always enjoy exceptional dining experiences. Whether working in an on-trend national brand, or an iconic concept from the local community, you will create and deliver first-class experiences for the traveling public. In joining our team, you commit to supporting this mission, by demonstrating our service standards always and holding all team members to the same. Providing a safe work environment of trust and respect free of harassment is expected. Pacific Farms Market, located in Vancouver International Airport, is a “farm-to-flight” concept that brings the best of British Columbia’s local flavors to travelers, featuring partners like Purebread, 49th Parallel Coffee, and Fresh Ideas Start Here. We are dedicated to delivering fresh, locally sourced meals with warm hospitality that reflects our First-Class Standards.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience
ServeSafe Certification or equivalent required by state
Able to work unsupervised for extensive periods, and to demonstrate good judgment when dealing with guest
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to work various shifts in a 7/365 team-oriented environment including nights, weekends, and holidays
Excellent customer service skills and an ability to communicate effectively, in English
Self-starter able to prioritize and handle various tasks simultaneously
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations
Proficiency required in reading, writing, and mathematics, in English
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Ability to perform essential job functions such as standing, bending, reaching, gripping, climbing on ladder, and walking long distances
Standing for long periods of time and the ability to work in an environment with varying including conditions high heat steam, and varying odors
Willingness to acquire a Canadian Criminal Records Check (CCRC)

Nice To Haves

Work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred

Responsibilities

Embody a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service with a smile to customers and team members
Embrace our family culture by following our core values, TRIFIC (Trust, Respect, Integrity, First-Class, Innovation, Commitment)
Recognize and satisfy all restaurant guests
Be accountable to the Company and Restaurant Managers
Must have a passion for the guest!
Must say “Yes”, “Please”, and “Thank You”!
Must smile often!
Exceed First Class Service standards and behavior with guests, business partners, and peers
Maintain a professional company image by adhering to all grooming and uniform guidelines, including slip resistant shoes
Food preparation at 100% recipe adherence
Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, portioning, and serving food items
Follow production prep list and keep accurate records to accurately
Requisition supplies and equipment as needed
Ability to use knives, slicers, and kitchen equipment efficiently and safely
Wash, slice, and peel items on prep list
Follow recipes
Store prepared food items safely and ensure they are properly date labeled
Follow all brand standards including those related to food safety, sanitation, operational excellence, or guest satisfaction
Practices excellent food safety and sanitation practices
Accountable for compliance with all local, state, federal laws and regulation including those relating to food safety
Regularly restocks all kitchen supplies and food items required for service
Assist with ordering and planning food supplies, as directed by the supervisor
Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to management
Monitor proper rotation and dating of prepped food items and storage areas
Maintain a clean and organized work environment that is free of safety hazards
Work well in a fast-paced environment
Must be detail oriented and the ability to multi-task
Perform other duties as assigned