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University of Waterloo - Food Services
University of Waterloo - Food Services
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Waterloo, Canada

1 week ago

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Overview


Prepare innovative, fresh, and great tasting food in an efficient and consistent manner while following department specifications, recipes and techniques in a self-directed manner.

Uphold kitchen maintenance standards.


T
his is a Regular Reoccurring position that works 33 weeks per year (35 hours per week) from September to April.



This position is contingent on funding.

Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities will vary widely depending on location, shift, task assignment, menu and other factors.

Examples include but are not limited to:

  • Preparation of menu items and estimate the amount required while minimizing wastage
  • Maintaining an efficient production of menu items by functionally directing the work of kitchen staff when required
  • Sanitation of equipment and utensils to maintain a high degree of food safety and quality
  • Informing the supervisor when lack of stock for menu items occurs and upon receiving request for preparation of food items for special banquets and catering functions
  • Complete Food Safety certification training

Qualifications
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Hold a valid Red Seal certification - required:

  • Minimum of two years' experience in a large volume kitchen environment
  • Knowledgeable in the safe, sanitary use of food production equipment, food handling and storage and must be able to meet production schedules with a minimum of supervision
  • Ability to direct the work of others when necessary
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, customer oriented environment
  • Ability to read, write and interpret instructions to produce high quality food products from a rotating menu schedule

Equity Statement
The University of Waterloo is committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples.

The University of Waterloo is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River.


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent


Salary:
From $26.10 per hour


Benefits:


  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Discounted or free food
  • Extended health care
  • Onsite parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Waterloo, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:


  • Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:


  • Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Red Seal Certification (required)

Work Location:
In person
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