Cook Job

Work location: 1570 18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 5C5
Wage: 30.50 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
Nature of employment: Term or contract & Full time (Early morning, Shift, Morning, Night, On call, Weekend)
Start date: As soon as possible
Number of vacancy: 1
Languages: English
On site:Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
-Restaurant

Job Duties
-Prepare and cook complete meals and individual dishes according to standardized recipes, including preparing, seasoning, marinating, and cooking a variety of authentic Chinese dishes, soups, appetizers, noodles, fried rice, and specialty menu items while ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
-Plan menus, estimate food requirements based on business needs and customer demand, and assist in developing new menu items and improving recipes.
-Determine food portion sizes, control food costs, and minimize food waste while maintaining quality standards.
-Requisition food ingredients, kitchen supplies, and equipment, and inspect deliveries to ensure freshness, quality, and compliance with restaurant standards.
-Co-ordinate daily kitchen activities to ensure efficient workflow, timely food preparation, and smooth service during regular operations and busy periods.
-Monitor food quality, consistency, and presentation to ensure all dishes meet the restaurant's established quality control standards and customer expectations.
-Inspect kitchen and food preparation areas to ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and compliance with food safety and public health regulations.
-Assist in training and providing guidance to kitchen staff and kitchen helpers on food preparation techniques, cooking procedures, proper food storage, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
-Maintain inventory records of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment, and report inventory shortages or equipment maintenance needs.
-Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, workstations, and food preparation areas in accordance with established health and safety procedures.
-Assist in managing daily kitchen operations and provide technical guidance to kitchen staff to maintain efficient operations and high-quality food production.
-Assist in organizing food preparation and kitchen operations for buffets, banquets, and special events as required.

Education and Work Experience Requirements
-Completion of secondary (high) school education is required; culinary training or diploma is considered an asset.
-Minimum 2 years of proven experience preparing Chinese cuisine. Experience in Cantonese, Szechuan, or other regional Chinese cuisine is preferred.
-Strong knife skills and experience in preparing, cutting, marinating, and cooking meat, seafood, poultry, and vegetables using a variety of Chinese cooking techniques, such as stir-frying, steaming, deep-frying, braising, and roasting.
-Ability to independently prepare menu items according to standardized recipes while maintaining consistency in quality and presentation.
-Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and perform under pressure during peak service hours.
-Solid knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and safe food storage procedures.
-Valid Food Safety Certificate required.
-Demonstrated reliability, strong organizational skills, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Experience and specialization
Cuisine specialties
Cantonese cuisine/Szechuan/Dim Sum/Vegan

Work conditions and physical capabilities
-Attention to detail
-Fast-paced environment
-Handling heavy loads
-Physically demanding
-Repetitive tasks
-Standing for extended periods
-Work under pressure

Weight handling
-Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Personal suitability
-Client focus
-Dependability
-Excellent oral communication
-Reliability
-Team player

How to apply: Please send your resume, required certificates, and supporting documents, quoting Job Reference Number: 99, to [email protected]

Applicants must also answer the following screening questions and submit required documents:
-Are you available for shift or on-call work?
-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 have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Required documents:
-Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed
-References attesting experience
-Proof of the requested certifications

SizzlingWok serves mainly Chinese food items, as well as fresh tea, juice and sweet drinks. We have indoor dining, take out and delivery services.