cook, ethnic foods

Work Term: PermanentWork Language: EnglishHours: 37.5 hours per weekEducation: Secondary (high) school graduation certificateExperience: 7 months to less than 1 year or equivalent experienceWork settingRestaurantUrban areaCatering firmTasksDetermine the size of food portions and costsPlan menus and estimate food requirements for their realizationPrepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foodsPrepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerancesPrepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chefInspect kitchens and food service areasTrain staff in preparation, cooking and handling of foodOrder supplies and equipmentSupervise kitchen staff and helpersMaintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipmentClean kitchen and work areasManage kitchen operationsCertificates, licences, memberships, and courses Safe Food Handling certificateCuisine specialtiesInternationalHalalSecurity and safetyCriminal record checkTransportation/travel informationPublic transportation is availableWork conditions and physical capabilitiesAttention to detailFast-paced environmentHandling heavy loadsPhysically demandingRepetitive tasksStanding for extended periodsWork under pressurePersonal suitabilityClient focusDependabilityExcellent oral communicationFlexibilityOrganizedReliabilityTeam playerTime managementFinancial benefitsBonusGratuitiesOther benefitsFree parking availableLearning/training paid by employerPaid time off (volunteering or personal days)Team building opportunitiesSupport for persons with disabilitiesProvides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilitiesSupport for newcomers and refugeesParticipates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugeesAssists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognitionOffers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees Support for youthsParticipates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employmentOffers on-the-job training tailored to youthOffers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youthProvides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youthSupport for VeteransOffers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for VeteransProvides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.) Offers workshops, counselling services or other resources to help Veterans navigate their transition into the civilian workforce (for example: adapting to different organizational structures) Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market Offers flexible onboarding options to allow Veterans to gradually adapt to the civilian workplace (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities, etc.) Support for Indigenous peopleOffers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers Support for mature workersParticipates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.) Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities) Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.) Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.) Supports for visible minoritiesParticipates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minoritiesApplies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employeesProvides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities