QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / ABILITIES / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing Canad Four Star Service and by exceeding guest expectations.

Qualifications

• Food Handlers certificate
• Red Seal or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 3 years related experience in a large hotel setting

Responsibilities

• Prepares food as specified by the Chefs
• Oversees job requirements of 2nd and 3rd Cooks
• Prepares menu and banquet items to the standards set by the Chefs
• Reads and follow prep lists
• Must be current with new cooking trends
• Reads and follows all recipes
• Converts recipes accurately
• Works to standards specified by the Chefs
• Operates all kitchen equipment safely and correctly, and upholds maintenance and sanitation
• Tastes and evaluates food before serving to ensure that standards are met; consults with the Chef if there are any concerns
• Portion food as specified by the Chefs
• Garnishes food in an appropriate manner
• Follows production sheets accurately
• Follows safe food handling guidelines, and Health Department standards
• Cleans and sanitizes work area according to cleaning schedule
• Understands and uses the “clean as you go” method
• Must be flexible with scheduling
• Maintains a consistent work standard
• Maintains close communication and works cooperatively with Executive Chef, Administration, and coworkers
• Upholds all hygiene and sanitary regulations, is clean and presentable (i.e., report to duty punctually wearing clean and correct uniform and footwear)
• Ensures a safe work environment for yourself and co-workers by upholding the safety rules
• Seeks opportunities to increase revenues, minimize expenses and increase employee productivity without sacrificing guest service
• Promote professional work habits that will develop the respect and create return business from customers
• Recognizes a job well done and rewards it appropriately
• Provide fast and efficient guest service and respond quickly to the customer requests
• All other duties as assigned

Personal Qualities

• Keen sense of taste and smell
• Excellent hand eye co-ordination
• Basic math skills
• Attention to detail
• Artistic and creative talent
• Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills and team-building skills
• Ability to remain calm in hectic situations
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills