Second Cook/ General Helper
Dexterra•Colwood, BC
•CA$21 - CA$23•Onsite
About The Position
The Second Cook is responsible for assisting in the overall kitchen operations and maintenance as well as cleaning and sanitizing of designated kitchen areas, tools, equipment, pots, and dishes. The role involves ensuring consistent quality standards in food preparation, preparing food items for sandwich making, visually inspecting cold food for presentation, checking and controlling food storage, preparing salad bars, and ensuring effective utilization of food stocks.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years' cooking experience in a similar or hotel/institutional environment preferred
- At least FoodSafe Level I
- Able to obtain a mark of 80% or higher on the mandatory WHMIS test (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
Nice To Haves
- SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification is an asset
Responsibilities
- Ensure consistent quality standards in food preparation as per Chef's requirements and safety and sanitation in kitchen in accordance with Food Safe protocol.
- Prepare food items for Sandwich Making including select and cut breads, cut and wrap sandwiches, slice cold meats and cheese by hand or machine, and distribute meats, fillings, garnish and other ingredients on breads
- Visually inspect appearance of all cold food for proper color combination and overall presentation to maintain appeal
- Check and control proper storage of all food items in refrigerators and freezers to maintain product freshness
- Prepare and set up a full salad bar for lunch and supper
- Ensure food stocks are utilized effectively
Benefits
- Extended health and dental benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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