Carey Centre Cafeteria

Coquitlam, BC

Carey Centre Cafeteria

Coquitlam, BC

corporate chef

Coquitlam, BC (view on map)

Posted 6 hours ago

Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 32 to 40 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Odours
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Remote location
• Catering firm
• Hotel, motel, resort
• Private residence
• School or educational institution/establishment
• Church
• Bakery

Ranks of chefs

• Executive chef
• Pastry chef
• Meat chef

Tasks

• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• 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
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Food Safety Certificate

Cuisine specialties

• Greek
• International
• Mediterranean cuisine
• Turkish

Food specialties

• Bakery goods and desserts
• Cereals, grains and pulses
• Cold kitchen
• Meat, poultry and game
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms
• Chocolate

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector

Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you currently a student?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available