Prep Cook, Blackdown Summer Camp
Working Title: Prep Cook, Blackdown Summer Camp
Employment Status: Seasonal
Starting Hourly Rate: 18.50
Requirements:
- 1 year experience in prep work in large scale culinary
- Valid Food Safety Certification
- Successful candidate to acquire a Police Clearance Certificate (through local station)
- Local applicants preferred
Address: Blackdown Cadet Camp - 25 Command Rd, Borden west of Barrie ON L0M 1C0
New Hire Schedule: 8.5hr/Day, Rotation: 5 Days On/2 Days Off or 4 Days On/3 Days Off
Start Date: May - June
You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That's because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that's the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.
You'll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We're in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between - doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!
Imagine working in a place where thousands of people rely on your team to bring out the best in their day. Join us and know you can make it happen by creating a home away from home for our clients. You can make every day more enjoyable simply by serving a nutritious meal, or ensuring a safe living environment, or creating recreational programs for their down time. No matter what role you play with us, it will be an important one.
Why work with ESS Support Services? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We work with clients in the oil and gas, mining, construction, coastal logging, military and defense sectors. Coverage is as diverse as offshore oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, to coastal logging camps in B.C., to construction camps in the Alberta Oil Sands. Facilities are located within drill camps, mining camps, construction camps, pipeline camps, oil and gas installations and correctional facilities.
Job Summary
How you will make an impact:
You will be responsible for preparing food and serving customers in accordance with applicable local standards, guidelines and regulations.
As a Prep Cook, you will:
- Obtain daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef
- Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
- Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking
- Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc.
- Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
- Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.
- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
- Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
About you:
- Previous experience as a prep cook required
- Certificate from a recognized cooking school
- You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent
- Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
- Able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
- A team player with effective communication skills
- Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure
- Training from a culinary school will be an asset
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.
For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact PeopleHub@compass-canada.com for further information.