Assistant Cook

6 days ago


Halifax, Canada Bedford Basin Farmers Market Full time

Start: as soon as possible

Benefits: Other benefits-Free parking

1 vacancy

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work site environment: Non-smoking, Bistro. Café

Level of expertise: Assistant

Cook categories: Third cook

**Responsibilities**:
Tasks: Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances; Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food; Create new recipes; Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods; Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions; Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties: French, Canadian, Greek, Italian cuisine, Lebanese, European, Vegetarian, International, Gluten-free, Mediterranean cuisine

Food specialties: Meat, poultry and game, Eggs and dairy, Bakery goods and desserts, Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms.

Cold kitchen: Stocks, soups and sauces

Additional information

Security and safety: Criminal record check,Medical exam

Transportation/travel information: Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail, Fast-paced environment, Physically demanding, Standing for extended periods, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines.

Own tools/equipment: Cellular phone

Personal suitability: Dependability, Excellent oral communication, Flexibility, Initiative, Organized,

Reliability, Team player, Efficient interpersonal skills

Target audience**:Newcomers to Canada**
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.

By mail: 397 Bedford Highway, Halifax, NS, B3M 2L3
- Letter of recommendation
- Job reference number
- Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples
- References attesting experience
- Cover letter

This job posting includes screening questions. Please answer the following questions when applying:

- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently a student?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- What is the highest level of study you have completed?

**Salary**: $13.60 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Work Location: One location


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