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Compass Group

4d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You must have proven cooking experience, food safety certification, a culinary certificate, strong cooking skills, teamwork ability, and excellent communication. Physical stamina is essential.
  • You will prepare and cook food, ensure quality service, maintain cleanliness, organize ingredients, communicate with staff, report issues, and follow health regulations in a busy kitchen setting.

Requirements

  • Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
  • Food Safety Certification required.
  • Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
  • Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
  • Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
  • Familiar with industry’s best practices.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.
  • Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
  • Prepare "mise en place" (setting in place of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery, etc) and other products as required for high volume production.
  • Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
  • Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
  • Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

FAQs

What is the starting hourly rate for the Lead Cook position?

The starting hourly rate for the Lead Cook position is $28.70.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours for the Lead Cook position are Monday to Friday, from 7 AM to 3:30 PM.

Is experience required for the Lead Cook role?

Yes, proven cooking experience is required, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.

Is a food safety certification necessary for this position?

Yes, a Food Safety Certification is required for the Lead Cook position.

What qualifications are preferred for applicants?

A certificate from a recognized cooking school is preferred, along with an excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.

Will I be required to work independently or as part of a team?

The Lead Cook position requires the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What are the responsibilities of a Lead Cook?

Responsibilities include preparing food, ensuring kitchen cleanliness, labeling and storing food products, communicating with operational departments, and reporting maintenance issues.

Is there room for growth in this position?

Yes, Compass Group Canada provides opportunities for learning and growth within the company across various locations.

How does Compass Group Canada support diversity in hiring?

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, citizenship, religion, sex, marital/family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability, or need for accommodation.

Who should I contact for accommodation requests during the hiring process?

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact PeopleHub@compass-canada.com for further information.

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Compass Group

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1941
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re thousands of talented people bringing you all of the great tasting food, memorable experiences and vital support services that can transform every day into a great day. All of the little things that make the world of difference and boost the wellbeing of millions. From outstanding restaurant experiences, enhancing sporting events and feeding thousands of school children, patients, workers and military personnel, to delivering warm welcomes, clean buildings and safe environments. We’re here to inspire, protect, nourish and energise. To brighten your day. We are people-powered. You don’t become No. 1 by accident. It takes hard work from a capable team. And in an industry built on people, you want the best of the best. You want to be people powered. We’re proud to attract the industry’s top talent because we invest in our people, recognise great work when we see it and provide plenty of opportunities for career growth. It makes the world of difference. Because when people are happy and satisfied it shines through. They go the extra mile, creating new ways to brighten every day for our clients and their customers.