Taboo Commis

Do you have a passion for food, high standards and enjoy being part of a team? Come work, play and stay in beautiful Muskoka this summer (Staff Housing Available) Taboo Muskoka is a privately owned Resort and Golf Operation whose mandate is to 'Create happiness by offering incredible Muskoka experiences to our guests and team.” Our Culinary team at the Boathouse Restaurant plays a critical role in ensuring this happens and we are looking and for COMMIS/COOKS 3-2 to join the team Reporting to the Jr Sous Chef, Sous Chef and Head Chef, you will be responsible with assisting the overall operation and cleanliness of the kitchen, refrigeration & surrounding areas.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE**: - Production and prep of food items in the kitchen - Daily organization and preparation for service including food preparation tasks (mincing, garnishes, stocks, sauces, vinaigrettes, etc) & hot and cold cooking tasks (simple cooking, seasoning, etc) - Ensure that health and safety rules are applied and respected (especially HACCP) - To look after his or her own area - To ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of working areas (floors, equipment, tables, etc) - The Commis chef may be required to stand in for his/her superior - To attend training when required. - To be fully aware of and strictly observe Health & Safety and fire procedures. - To be fully aware of and comply with hotel and company rules and regulations as identified in the team member handbook. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE - High school level English communication skills - 1 - 2 years’ experience in kitchen - Enrolled in culinary program.
- Ontario Food Handlers Certification PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/REQUIREMENTS - Indoors and outdoors in a hot industrial kitchen - Fast, high pressure environment - Standing 90% of the time. - Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds - Use of sharp knives and tools, hot equipment and liquids, stoves, etc. - Occasional kneeling, pushing or pulling. - Ability to work a variety of shifts including, days, evening, weekends and holidays.