Prep Cook - Ottawa, Canada - Larga Baffin

Larga Baffin

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

_Larga Baffin has an exciting opportunity as a: Full Time Prep Cook_

_ Larga Baffin is classified as an Essential Service and is taking all mandatory and recommended preventive measures as per Public Health authorities to ensure the health and safety of all staff and residents._

_ A special thank you to all front-line workers for your commitment and dedication to serving those in need_

Position Overview

Reporting to the Kitchen Managers / Supervisors, the Prep-Cook will be responsible for ensuring high quality standards in food production, taste and presentation.

Must possess passion for great food and take pride in the finished product. Strong organizational and prioritization skills with professional dedication is essential.

The Prep-Cook will demonstrate careful attention to detail and commitment to working both independently and in a team environment while maintaining and enhancing our clients service expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Assists the First Cook, Cook and Pastry Chef in preparing meals and desserts in advance for daily meals on site and for takeout requests (breakfast and/or lunch and/or dinner)
Assists in serving food when needed
Ensures food is cooked properly
Produce food that meets Health Canada standards
Presents food in a professional manner
Portion, arrange and garnish food for serving
Substitute for or assist other Cook(s) during emergencies, rush periods, or otherwise required, as experience develops
Ensures stock for all meals is readily available in kitchen
Assists with the coordination, shipping and receiving and stock rotation of food
Assists in updating list of out of stock and low stock items based on current inventory
Follows and understands FIFO (first in first out) regulations
Maintain a safe, secure and healthy work environment by following procedures and complying with safety regulations
Perform a number of kitchen cleaning duties which include sanitizing, wiping, sweeping, cleaning, washing, dusting, mopping, distributing and stocking supplies
Assists as Dishwasher / Server and cleaning as and when needed
Communicate with various departments to ensure clients' needs are met
Assist with additional tasks as and when needed or assigned by management both within and outside role and department to support Larga operations

Minimum Qualifications

Previous experience in Kitchen an asset minimum 1 year
Previous customer service experience prefer minimum of 1 year
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Ontario Safe Food Handling Certification
Previous experience preferred in a hospital or industrial type setting which includes public interaction
Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods such as lifting, carrying, bending, standing, kneeling, crouching and stocking supplies

Skills and Abilities

An aptitude for problem solving
Be aware of and maintain safety protocols
Excellent decisionmaking skills
Strong communication skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fastpaced environment
Demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills
Ability to work without direct supervision
Ability to remain calm in emergency situations
Patience and professionalism to tactfully and diplomatically interact with clients, visitors and staff
Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods such as lifting, carrying, bending, standing, kneeling, crouching and stocking supplies

Preferred Qualifications

Inuktitut a strong asset
First Aid / CPR/ AED trained (or a willingness to learn)
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training (or a willingness to learn)

_ Priority will be given to qualified Nunavut Beneficiaries. Larga Baffin does not provide housing and is not responsible for relocation costs._
**_ Larga Baffin requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID 19 proof of vaccine is a mandatory condition of hire._