1st Cook - Port Perry, Canada - Great Blue Heron Casino & Hotel

Great Blue Heron Casino & Hotel

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Port Perry, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position:
FT 1st Cook

Company:
Great Blue Heron Casino & Hotel

Location: 21777 Island Road, Port Perry, ON

Number of Vacancies: 2

Great Blue Heron Casino & Hotel is seeking full-time 1st Cooks

Reporting to the Sous Chef/Kitchen Supervisor/Executive Chef, the First Cook is responsible for providing exceptional food quality for employees and guests.

This role required the incumbent to demonstrate strong knowledge of food safety and ensuring that all cleaning and sanitation requirements are always adhered to.

Excellent internal and external customer service skills are required to be displayed at all times
Prepare food for the buffet, a la carte menu, cafeteria and catering events according to specifications and guest requests
Prepare a la carte menu orders as per specifications and ensure proper presentation and garnishment of dishes in an efficient manner
Collaborate with Third Cook to ensure all food items are prepared under the supervision of the Sous

Chef/Kitchen Supervisor and Kitchen Manager

Bake, roast, steam broil and cook food as required
Control food waste and spoilage
Restock low food items and inventory during shift
Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen area at all times
Inspect work area daily and report any hazards and/or defective equipment to the Sous Chef/Kitchen

Supervisor/Manager immediately

Comply with all health and safety requirements including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
Report all injuries, accidents and unusual conditions to the Sous Chef/Kitchen Supervisor immediately
Perform other duties as required by the Sous Chef/Kitchen Supervisor

Successful applicants will demonstrate the following qualifications:

Must have formal culinary training with 4-5 years of progressive culinary experience in a large kitchen
Extensive knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety and sanitation practices
Must be WHMIS certified
Show initiative and understanding of other roles and responsibilities in the kitchen
Exceptional knife handling skills
Ability to follow and provide instructions in a friendly and professional manner
Be thoroughly familiar with the causes of food poisoning and method of prevention
Ability to analyze current inventory and develop daily prep lists in order to control food waste and spoilage
Ability to prioritize and possess excellent time management and organizational skills
Maintain a positive working relationship with fellow employees and management as part of a team
Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fastpaced environment
Ability to perform tasks and duties effectively and safely within prescribed time limits