1st Cook

Job title:

1st Cook

Company

Gategroup

Job description

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.Discover the Difference You Can Make at Gate GourmetWe are now hiring a 1st Cook to work in our flight kitchen located at the Halifax Airport.This position is represented by a labor Union and is covered by one or more collective bargaining agreement – UNIONIZEDA 1st Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking various food items according to recipes, and for observing and enforcing strict requirements with regard to food safety. The job includes sautéing, poaching, baking, grilling and sauce preparation, as well as working with broilers, fryers, grills, ovens and stove-top cooking.Perks at Work:Medical and Dental benefits after successfully completing probationSubsidized MealsAirline flight benefitsCorporate discounts such as GoodLife Fitness, TELUS Mobility, Rogers, Dell computers and Bell MobilityFree ParkingFree access to an employee assistant programJob Requirements:At least 3 years experience cooking in a high-volume catering environmentExperience cooking international fare preferredRead, write and follow food specifications and menu guidelines in EnglishRed Seal or equivalentGood Communication skillsOur Employees Must Be Able to:Work assigned schedule which may include multiple shifts, weekends and holidaysWork overtime when requiredArrive to work on-timePass a criminal background checkHandle fish, beef, pork, poultry and other food productsFollow written food specifications and menu guidelines in EnglishHandle knives and kitchen tools properlyComplete production and HACCP documentation as requiredCommunicate with Supervisors and co-workersAbility to direct other kitchen employees effectivelyWork as a member of a teamEducation Requirements:Culinary degree or cooking certificationRed Seal is preferredDemonstrated Competencies to be Successful in the Position:Thinking – Information search and analysis, problem resolution skillsEngaging – understanding others, team leadership, developing peopleInspiring – influencing and building relationships, motivating and inspiring, communicating effectivelyAchieving – delivering business results under pressure, championing performance improvementThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.Candidates will be required to go through pre-employment criminal check.Must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work permit or study permit that allows the candidate to fulfill the requirements of the roleGate group is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other ground under applicable law.Gate Gourmet Canada Inc. is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment and selection process. Please inform our Recruitment Team if you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process.If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us!

Expected salary

Location

Halifax, NS

Job date

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 03:28:20 GMT

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