Located in Nanaimo BC in the center of Vancouver Island, this high-volume restaurant is a fantastic opportunity. We strive for the highest degree of professionalism, efficiency, and a memorable experience to ensure 100% guest satisfaction.
Job Duties:
- To ensure that the quality and presentation of all foods prepared & products meets the company standards as prescribed in the kitchen manual.
- Help prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items
- Ensure cleanliness in all food preparation and storage areas, and that each member of the kitchen staff is aware if the importance of the need for cleanliness
- Control and secure all food stocks at arrival of delivery and keep food waste down to a minimum
- To operate and clean all kitchen equipment in a safe, and in a responsible manner.
- Report all defective Equipment immediately to Head Chef or first cook in charge
- To communicate efficiently with the service staff to ensure a smooth service environment for our customers
- If time allows, help and assist other Cooks to get the job done in time and with quality.
- To ensure that security and lock up procedures in the kitchen are followed to hotel standards.
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Food safe certification (after 1 week of employment)
- certification of culinary training or apprenticeship, Red Seal and journeyman certificate is preferred
- 3-6 years experience in a similar position and environment
- must possess high knowledge and skill of preparing a variety of dishes
- excellent leadership and motivational skills
- Maintain consistent food product quality, for guests’ satisfaction
- must have a passion for the business and a love of food
- excellent leadership and motivational skills
- strong interpersonal and conflict resolution dexterity
- ability to prioritize, organize and follow through when necessary
- a clear thinker with the aptitude to analyze and resolve problems
- capacity to work well under pressure, meeting production schedules and timelines
- ability to hold oneself and others accountable
- ability to communicate in English
