1st Cook-HFX

4 weeks ago

Halifax Regional Municipality, Canada CB Canada Full time
Position Summary

Under the direction of the Sous Chef(s) & Chef de Cuisine, the primary duty of the 1st Cook is to prepare high quality food-to-order for guests based on established guidelines.  Additional responsibilities also include maintaining clean and sanitized work areas.

Must be collaborative, excel at multi-tasking, and display exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Contributes to a safe and welcoming work environment for all employees.  Motivates, leads by example and provides a learning environment.  Ensures adherence to all policies and procedures.  Above all else, must embrace and be aligned with Casino Nova Scotia’s culture and philosophy of providing outstanding entertainment experiences.

Key Accountabilities
  • Cuts and prepares food items for cooking
  • Sets mise en place daily
  • Prepares simple sauces, observes and tests all food items 
  • Cleans and maintains the work area and equipment, ensures proper sanitation adherence 
  • Ensures that food-quality adheres to kitchen management standards
  • Assists with food presentation for special events as required
  • Assumes daily responsibilities according to business needs and works within all areas of the culinary department as required
  • Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of food items for all outlets
  • Responsible for supervision of all outlets in the absence of the Sous Chef(s), Chef
  • Develops and cultivates strong working relationships with all stakeholders: guests, employees, vendors and regulators
  • Ensures compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations
  • Performs other duties as assigned or directed
  • Finds ways to play; you are serious about work, without being serious in your demeanor
  • Chooses to make everyday a great day
  • Stays focused in order to be there
  • Delivers an exceptional entertainment experience to internal and external guests to ensure you make their day

Education and Qualifications

  • Embraces the Casino Nova Scotia culture and philosophy and has a playful, infectious and \'all about the guest\' attitude
  • Culinary Inter-provincial Red seal certificate is preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years cooking experience: 3 years as a 2nd Cook or 1 year as a 1st Cook, is required
  • Previous experience in Banquets and line cooking is required
  • Proven customer service skills with both staff and guests are required
  • Garde Manger & Saucier experience is an asset
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of self-motivation is required
  • Demonstrated communication skills and must be able to convey information and ideas clearly, is required
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain composure and objectivity under pressure, is required
  • Demonstrated effective problem-solving abilities is required
  • Must be able to lift 25 kg (required)
  • Must be flexible and able to work various shifts

Great Canadian Entertainment is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we welcome all qualified applicants to apply to join our team of unique contributors. We accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process and applicants are encouraged to advise Human Resources in advance if an accommodation is required.

We thank all applicants for their interest, and will contact those qualified to continue in the recruitment process.

Who we are

GREAT ENTERTAINMENT. GREAT PEOPLE. GREAT INVESTMENT. GREAT CANADIAN.

Since our inception in 1982, Great Canadian has grown to be one of the largest and most dynamic gaming and entertainment companies in Canada. With 25 properties across Ontario, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick, our facilities include over 16,000 slot machines, 575 table games, 71 dining amenities and over 500 hotel rooms. Working closely alongside our crown agency partners, our team of 9,500 strive to offer the very best gaming, entertainment, dining, and hospitality experiences.

Our Vision is to be the leading gaming, entertainment, and hospitality company in our chosen markets by providing superior entertainment value and exceptional experiences.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding experiences to our guests, rewarding opportunities for our team, and superior value to our shareholders.

What's in it for you? 

  • We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success
  • We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your clients
  • You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top organizations around the world.
  • Freedom to Innovate: supports new and better ways to be successful.
  • Be your Authentic Self: environment that values diversity as a source of strength.
  • This isn't your typical \'corporate\' job. We work hard and we have fun

The only thing we don’t play games with…..is your career

Great Canadian Entertainment is committed to promoting an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to employing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Thank you for your interest in Great Canadian Entertainment

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