Cook I

Salary Information

CG25 - $ $26.71 per hour.

College of the North Atlantic's Happy Valley-Goose Bay Campus is currently seeking applications from qualified individuals to fill short-term staffing requirements that may arise from sick leave, vacation leave, or an increase in operational demands. This position would be casual in nature; hours will vary; and the successful candidate must be available on short notice for day, evening and/or weekend shifts. Candidates must be flexible in order to meet operational needs.

About the Position

Duties and Responsibilities

· Prepare, cook, and serve meals for the cafeteria, student residence and special functions at the Happy Valley-Goose Bay Campus.

· Operate and maintain a variety of cooking equipment, following safe operating procedures.

· Prepare, handle and store food in compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation guidelines.

· Clean and sanitize all work areas, utensils, and equipment on a regular schedule.

· Monitor and maintain inventory of food, beverages, and supplies, assist in ordering, and ensure minimal waste through effective stock rotation and portion control.

· Collaborate with the supervisor to plan daily or weekly cafeteria specials.

· Assist in catering and special events on campus, which may include menu planning and food preparation.

· Perform other related duties as required to support the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen.

Merit Criteria

Screening Criteria

· One-year Certificate in Commercial Cooking, or related (equivalencies to be considered).

· Relevant industry experience in food preparation and service.

Assessment Criteria

· Knowledge of commercial kitchen operations, including food preparation and cooking methods.

· Knowledge of safe operation and maintenance of commercial cooking equipment.

· Knowledge of food safety principles and sanitation regulations.

· Ability to work as a member of a food service team.

· Ability to problem solve.

· Ability to plan and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines during peak service times.

· Exchange information effectively.

· Professionalism.

Conditions of Employment

Conditions of Offer

· When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.

· Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

· This position may require lifting and moving large objects including bulk food and kitchen equipment; standing for long periods throughout a typical shift; and the use of a variety of kitchen equipment requiring controlled movements.

Applicant Information

· This position is located at Happy Valley-Goose Bay Campus.

· This is a casual position. Scheduling and hours of work may vary, with no guaranteed weekly hours.

· Applications must be submitted online through on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.

· It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.

· Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

· Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

· Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.

· Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.

· An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.

· The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $24.26-$26.71 per hour

Work Location: In person