First Cook

4 days ago


Victoria, Canada University of Victoria Full time

Organizational Unit- University of Victoria -> Student Affairs -> University Food Services- Location- University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary) - Posting Close Date- 12 December 2024- Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.- FTE- 1.0- Salary Grade- $26.09 - $26.43- Additional Posting Information: - N/A- Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.- Hours of Work- 37.5 hours/week- Employee Group: - CUPE 917 - Regular- # of Hires Needed- 1- Position Number- 993192- Category- Restaurant and Food Service- About this Opportunity**_*This is a full-time, continuing position working 37.5 hours per week.*_** - Job SummaryUniversity Food Services (UNFS) is the primary provider of food and beverage at the University of Victoria, providing meals to students, staff, faculty and external clients through a number of retail and residential dining venues as well as its catering division, Degrees Catering. UNFS currently operates retail venues across campus ranging from small grab and go cafe's to high volume food court operations. The First Cook is responsible for participating in the day to day retail, residential and/or catering operations and overseeing Second Cooks within their designated areas. The First Cook performs duties as assigned by supervisory personnel within their work unit as per established standards of operation. - Job Requirements**Required Qualifications**: - Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, standing and walking for long periods of time, repetitive lifting, carrying heavy objects - Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekday, weeknight, and weekend shifts - Must have excellent knife handling skills **Skills**: - Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to working effectively within a team environment - Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain a well-organized work area - Good communication and computer skills - Must be familiar with customer service and food service principles - Knowledge of food safety standards, effective sanitation and housekeeping practices, and the operation of standard kitchen appliances and equipment. - Ability to learn routines related to food service shipping and receiving, working accurately with figures, keep routine records, and follow written and oral instructions. **Specialized Knowledge/Education: (required)** - Completion of Grade 12 - Specialized Knowledge/Education: (preferred) Enrollment in or completion of Apprenticeship Training Red Seal Certification or Trade Equivalent - Valid FoodSafe Level 1 Certificate - An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered **Experience**: Minimum 2 years' experience in a high volume, fast paced culinary environment. This could include large restaurant, hotel or catering environment **Territory Acknowledgement**:We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day. **What UVic Offers**:To learn more click here.


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