2nd Cook

**Position Summary**:
Under the direction of the Culinary Management team, the 2nd Cook is responsible for preparing and serving a multitude of hot and cold menu items that are featured within the Casino restaurants. 2nd cooks organize, prepare and assemble hot and cold food, in preparation for it to be served to customers. They do some cleaning and caring for kitchen equipment, tools and machinery. They possess the knowledge and skills to work efficiently and quickly with little supervision. The position offers an opportunity to learn more about cooking and about working in this sector.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Reports to the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Sous Chef or Chef de Partie (Culinary Management team)
- All food products (hot and cold) in any restaurant outlet are kept hot, full, fresh, clean and garnished at all times during service
- Assist in the receiving, checking, stock rotation and inventory control for the kitchen facilities following procedure
- Follow guidelines for storage of different types of foods
- Ensure that recipes are produced in conjunction with and do not deviate from the Casino’s standardized recipes
- Once trained will have sound knowledge and understanding of all menu items offered
- Ensure that all food items are prepared and ready for service times
- Attend training programs when required
- Ensure attendance at daily pre-shift meetings
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with other Casino departmental staff members
- Work collaboratively with the Culinary Management team to ensure consistency and standardization of department requirements
- Communicate to the Culinary Management team any issues that may require assistance to remedy the situation

**Education and Qualification Requirements**:

- Must be 19 years of age or older
- It is preferred that the incumbent have a minimum of 1-3 year's ongoing experience in a 3rd cook position with practical hands on knowledge and experience of medium to large size foodservice operations. Specific Casino food and beverage operational experience would be an asset with an understanding of buffet food preparation and presentation procedures
- Work within a 24/7 operation with ability to work flexible hours when required (days, evening, nights, weekends and holidays) - The incumbent will need to be flexible in altering shift work to meet event and operational demands
- Willing to submit to a criminal record check with results acceptable to our organization, standards and position, and/or obtain and maintain an NBLGC license registration
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required in order to promote maintain and deliver impeccable service standards at all times when dealing with the public
- Working effectively to accomplish organizational goals; taking action that respects the needs and contributions of others, contributing to and supporting consensus
- Expressing ideas and listening effectively, both verbally and non-verbally, to achieve understanding. Sharing information; giving feedback
- Self-starting; seeking out and/or willingly accepting assignments, responsibilities and challenges
- Respecting diversity for the benefits of individual employees, the organization and the community as a whole
- Demonstrating integrity in all decisions, communication and actions; modeling the values of the organization in the conduct of all business activities
- Keeping abreast of current development, organizational policies, and trends in the area of expertise
- Bilingualism is an asset
- Must have employment eligibility in Canada

**Work Environment Conditions**:

- This position may require lifting weight of up to approximately 50 lbs. repeatedly over an 8 hour period - Use of proper lifting, bending, pushing and pulling techniques are a must
- One to six months on the job learning is necessary to fully understand the business, procedures, products, and all areas of responsibility and functions of this position
- The incumbent is exposed to constant noise and cleaning/ chemical substances used in the workplace
- Typical stressful conditions involved in this position include working with demanding guests

**Special Working Conditions**:As a publicly traded company our reputation is of paramount importance. As such, we will conduct our business in an ethical and professional manner. Every team member will be obliged to understand and follow all of the policies outlined in Great Canadian’s Corporate Ethics and Conduct Manual and will disclose any irregularities or wrongdoing in accordance with the Company’s Whistleblower Policy. The Company is committed to sound internal control policies and practices. Every team member will follow the internal control practices required of their position and department.

**Compliance Requirements**:Every team member must comply with all requirements of the Corporate Ethics and Conduct Manual and with all other corporate policies as communicated. Every team member