Dexterra
hospitality
FirstCook
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“First Cook at Dexterra. Skills: Cooking, Food Preparation, Menu Planning. Prepare and cook all main meals. Cook a variety of appetizing meals”
Industry & Context.
Safety sensitive position, Requires drug, alcohol and fit to work testing, 20 days on and 10 days off rotation, 10 - 12 hour workdays, Transportation provided to site from Edmonton
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum 3 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry, Minimum 1 year prior experience as a Sous Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or camps, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines, Must have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen i. e: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of, FoodSafe Level is minimum., Knowledge of Computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sysco, Outlook), Successful candidate MUST obtain a 80% make or higher on the mandatory WHMIS test (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
Nice to Have
SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification is an asset.
What You'll Do.
Prepare and cook all main meals
Cook a variety of appetizing meals
Use all kinds of cooking method
Ensure meals prepared within budget
Ensure consistency in food delivery
Perform duties in final food presentation
Operate commercial kitchen equipment
Assist in menu planning
Assist in maintaining cleanliness
Full Job Description
WHO ARE WE? We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully. WHAT’S THE JOB? Based in a world class Horizon North camp facility, the regular shift for this position is 20 days on and 10 days off, with 10 - 12 hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site from a pickup point in Edmonton. The First Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking all main meals as per requirements; and ensuring all meals are prepared and served on time to the highest standards of Horizon North. This position is safety sensitive and requires drug, alcohol and fit to work testing as a condition of employment. Your work will include: * Cook a variety of appetizing meals which includes: meats, seafood, soups, poultry, vegetables and other food items * Use all kinds of cooking method to prepare top quality food including deep-frying, pan-frying, broiling, baking, boiling, grilling, sautéing, steaming and other methods * Ensure that all meals are prepared within the allocated food budget * Ensure consistency in food delivery including cooking, handling, storing and labeling products in accordance with FOODSAFE standards * Perform other duties in final food presentation including plating and garnishing * Operate all kinds of commercial and non-commercial kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, steamers, grills, broilers and other equipment * Assist in menu planning, inventory counts and grocery orders * Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of dining room and kitchen areas WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? * Enjoy excellent work-
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