cook
About the role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Asset languages: Spanish; Castilian. Work site environment: Hot. Cold/refrigerated. Work setting: Restaurant. Tasks: Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances. Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory. Create new recipes. Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards. Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks. Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers. Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff. Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets. Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food. Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff. Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions. Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods. Supervision: 3-4 people. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Cook Trade Certification. Food Safety Certificate. Certified chef de cuisine (CCC). Cuisine specialties: Caribbean and Latin American cuisine. Spanish. Food specialties: Fish and seafood. Bakery goods and desserts. Transportation/travel information: Public transportation is available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Fast-paced environment. Physically demanding. Standing for extended periods. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Personal suitability: Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Efficient interpersonal skills. Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Evening. Shift. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Morning. Night. Weekend. Overtime available.