Job Posting Cook
Bethlehem Centre is a unique charitable organization located in a beautiful, serene place on Westwood Lake. The Centre’s kitchen is constantly evolving in an effort to create the best possible experience for our Guests in an all-inclusive “Cottage by the Lake” setting. The cook position is an integral part of that experience and a valued part of our diverse and caring team.
We are looking for a competent and industrious individual with a passion for great food to assist our Chef in the day-to-day food service. If you are interested in exploring your fit with our team, read on…
Job Description: Cook PT/Casual
Reports to: Chef
Key areas of responsibility:
The successful applicant must be adaptable, creative, and confident in their ability to produce superior meals in a timely and efficient manner to meet or exceed the Chef and Guest’s expectations.
With the Chef’s direction and support, you will work in a fast-paced, busy environment, consistently producing a wide variety of health-conscious, tasty buffet and family-style foods for up to 50 guests.
With guest satisfaction in mind, you will meet some dietary needs. All the while focusing on health and safety by keeping a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen employing Food Safe procedures and Health and Safety guidelines set out by the Provincial Public Health Officer.
Core Competencies:
- Guest Focused
- Understanding and anticipating the needs of our guests.
- Provides exemplary service.
- Remains professionally courteous and has the ability to engage in a friendly manner with guests.
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Ability to use critical thinking and resourcefulness to creatively solve problems.
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and timely.
- Ability to anticipate future tasks, and plan ahead.
Teamwork
- Works cooperatively with others to become a complementary addition to the Team.
- Maintains the ability to establish productive relationships.
- Able to respond well to directions, and appropriately give and receive feedback.
- Working with the Tools and Technology of the job
Selecting, and using tools effectively and safely.
Health and Safety
- Maintaining and complying with procedures for a safe and healthy work environment.
- Recognize and identify risk.
- Have current Food Safe, WHMIS, and Serving It Right.
- Physical Requirements:
- Maintain a clean and well-groomed appearance.
- Safely lift 40lb.
- Stand for up to 4 hours at a time.
- Carry, reach, or pull, and safely use step stools, and short ladders, and climb stairs.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent; a Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage.
- Proven experience as a cook.
Perks:
- We can often adjust the schedule to suit your needs.
- Working in a clean, respectful, enjoyable environment, next to nature with a caring team.
- On busy days there is often staff lunch available.