Event Prep Cook

**We are adding to our team**

Bellamere Winery & Event Centre is looking for a _**PART-TIME PREP COOK **_to join our team.

Are you a skilled multitasker who loves to cook?

Do you enjoy weddings, events, or celebrations of any kind?

Are you committed to exceptional culinary and guest experiences?

If so, we’d like to hear from you
- **Why join us?**_

Competitive compensation, flexible hours/schedule, fast-paced, and fun
- **The Role**_

As a Prep Cook at Bellamere, your primary responsibility is to assist with the execution and service of the kitchen This means you will:

- Be part of a team responsible for keeping the kitchen in an exceptionally safe, hygienic, and organized condition, according to food safety standards
- Assist in the pre-preparation of dishes according to signature recipes including chopping, portioning, seasoning and preparing ingredients
- Review the day’s prep list at the beginning of shift, taking direction from your supervisor as required
- Prepare, store and label all food and food leftovers according to company recipes
- Ensure all prepared food meets all known allergy or dietary concerns as outlined in the prep list
- Ensure that all kitchenware is cleaned and sanitized such that all food is prepared in a safe and healthy manner
- Be familiar with the menu, food, and plating for the assigned function
- Ensure food and service meet quality control standards
- Adhere to Bellemare’s Standard Operating Procedures
- Work diligently to ensure food quality is superior and report immediately any irregularities
- Work according to all of Bellamere’s health and safety standards
- Support with other duties as may be required
- **What you bring to the table**_
- Experience in restaurant and hospitality or related industry
- Availability to work mid-week, weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Reliable transportation to and from Bellamere
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Capable of working on a team, in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
- Food Handler’s Certification
- Ability to operate and clean common industrial kitchen tools such as Deep Fryer, Commercial mixers, Deli Slicer, Convection ovens, etc. properly and safely
- A positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure
- Able to work in a predominately standing position for extended periods of time
- Able to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food or dishes when necessary
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes following Bellamere’s uniform policies
- **About Bellamere**_

Bellamere has redefined the standards for Weddings and celebrations of any kind in London, Ontario.

We know that each of our couples are unique, and as such we specialize in crafting elegant events which cater to couples who truly want an unforgettable experience. Our goal is to help you every step of the way. Each event requires careful planning and consideration so your Wedding Day is Seamless and Stress-free.

What we offer goes beyond the venue itself, it lies within our exceptional hospitality staff and planning team.
- Applications will be reviewed by our management team and only those who meet the requirements will be invited to Bellamere for the interview process._

**Job Type**: Part-time
Part-time hours: 15-20 per week

**Salary**: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- London, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- What are your wage expectations?

**Experience**:

- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)

Work Location: One location