Prep Cook

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Imagine creating a place where tomorrow’s leaders, big thinkers, and dreamers gather. Join us and know that you make it possible for others to learn, grow, and discover. Because of what we do, students and faculty share so much more than a meal. And that’s why this is so much more than a job.

Why work with Chartwells? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We cater to Generation Z on college campuses and upcoming K-12 generations. We offer dining programs and solutions that fit the unique needs of today’s students. Join our commitment to providing responsible, healthy-eating solutions.

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Start Date: ASAP
Status: Full time
Schedule: As per the CBA posting hours provided at the time of hire
Wage: $18.75/hr
Location:Trent University, Peterborough ON
Important Information:Previous cooking experience, Food Safety Training Certificate, and Red Seal Certification an asset.

Prepares and cooks food according to standardized recipes; prepares, serves, and clears resident steam table/tray line; opertes food services equiptment; cleans and sanitizes work area and equiptment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean and neat appearance complies with Annual Uniform Policy.
• Undergo job specific and company safety training.
• Maintain confidentiality of all company policies and procedures.
• Maintains an awareness of Chartwells contractual obligations for the project relating to the department.
• Continually review duties with the object of reducing cost and increasing profitability without loss of standard.
• Advise management of purchasing requirements with a focus on minimizing dollars invested in physical inventories, operating at budgeted product costs, and avoiding product shortages.
• Oversees stocking of all food serving areas according to the number of persons to be served, with a focus on quality, appearance, adequate stocking levels, and minimizing leftovers and product waste.
• Prepares and cooks food according to standardized recipes, ensuring food is cooked at the proper temperature and at the proper length of time.
• Operates food services equipment in a safe manner and according to established policies and procedures.
• Prepares, serves, and clears resident steam table/tray line.
• Maintains established food rotations in storage in order to minimize spoilage and waste.
• Cleans and sanitizes work area and equipment.
• Adheres to provincial and federal regulations regarding food preparation.
• Communicates with supervisor and other staff members to resolve problems and/or concerns.
• Assists in serving meals, remaining present during scheduled meal periods to receive customer comments and feedback.
• Serve customers quickly and courteously using proper service techniques and portioning.
• Ensure that all prepared products are correctly recorded on production records.
• Trains and directs staff to ensure the highest sanitary standards are maintained in all food serving and storage areas in accordance with company, client, and governmental requirements.
• Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks within production and service time frames established for the job.
• Assist anywhere else in the kitchen during production as needed.
• Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
• Ability to interact with customers in order to assure customer satisfaction.
• Stocks and sets up tables. Removes trays and dishes from tables promptly, as requested, loads or unloads trucks picking up or delivering supplies and food.
• Follow and document temperatures/cleaning and daily checklists.
• Fill out all HACCP logs bringing any discrepancies to your Manager immediately.
• Follow opening, closing and cleaning checklists.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Prep Cooks? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• Previous experience as a Prep cook required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• FoodSafe Level 1 Certification.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• Able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure.
• Training from a culinary school will be an asset.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact PeopleHub@compass-canada.com for further information.