First Cook Job

WHY DEERHURST RESORT?

Nestled in the heart of Muskoka, Deerhurst Resort can become your new office with a view. Becoming a Host unlocks a world of opportunity to not only grow your hospitality career but yourself as well. On top of the beautiful and relaxing surroundings Deerhurst Hosts enjoy complementary activities such as Golf, Recreation activities, pool and gym access. Discounts on food, clothing and concessions, and hotel stays are just some of the perks available to all Hosts. Affordable staff housing is available on site and includes laundry, internet, shuttle service. Join our team and find out why thousands of people visit Deerhurst every year. Apply to Deerhurst today, Muskoka’s preferred place to work and play.

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The successful candidate will lead and demonstrate their culinary skills, experience and knowledge to assist in improving our current culinary brigade while bringing a positive attitude to our kitchens.

Job Title: First Cook (NOC 63200)

Department: Culinary/Kitchen

Salary offered: $ 20.25 hourly / 30.00 hours per week

Number of Vacancies: 02

Type of employment: Permanent- full time (on- site) there is no option to work remotely.

Location of work: 1235 Deerhurst Drive, Hunstville ON P1H 2E8

Language requirement: English

Responsibilities

- Adhere to standard recipes and specifications in order to prepare meal and maintain Deerhurst food standards and consistency.
- The ability to adapt and the culinary skills to move throughout our food operations from banquets to our four different restaurants
- All food products are handled, stored, prepared and served according to food safety guidelines.
- Work cooperatively as a team with stewards, front of house service staff to execute seamless kitchen and guest service
- Proper rotation, labeling of food, temperature audits are completed while you work.
- Responsible for monitoring overproduction - food waste daily.
- Maintain proper recycling standards for the team you work with.
- Ability to teach and train others by demonstrating your skills

Benefits:

- Staff accommodations available as needed
- Comprehensive medical and dental plan
- LTD
- Life Insurance and AD&D insurance
- RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan)

The Perks for All Team Members

- Gain experience in a fun environment
- Free resort pass access: complimentary access to all on site activities and amenities, pool, gym and more!
- Hotel, retail and restaurant discounts
- Meet new people and work within a great team

Job bank reference number: #3523855

How to apply:
Interested candidates can directly apply to this job by sending their cover letter, with requested certificates and resume to [email protected]

Visa Requirements: Must be eligible to work in Canada

The above job description is not intended to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills or efforts associated with or expected of the role, but are intended to accurately reflect principal job elements.

Qualification, experience and skills required:

- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
- 2 to 3 years experience in restaurants / kitchens. Multiple / Different kitchen an asset
- Ability to work with a wide variety of menus that are ever changing so as to utilize your experience in all styles of cooking methods.
- Self motivated, positive attitude, able to maintain a high level of service under pressure.
- Experience in a hotel with comparable Food and Beverage service, volume and standards are an asset.
- Effective communication skills

Certification:

- Valid Food Safety Certificate
- Red Seal Certificate (Journeyman's papers) or recognized international equivalent is an asset.

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

- Constant standing and walking throughout shift
- Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
- Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps.

Health/Dental Benefits, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Other Benefits

Nestled in the heart of Muskoka, Deerhurst Resort can become your new office with a view. Becoming a Host unlocks a world of opportunity to not only grow your hospitality career but yourself as well. On top of the beautiful and relaxing surroundings Deerhurst Hosts enjoy complementary activities such as Golf, Recreation activities, pool and gym access. Discounts on food, clothing and concessions, and hotel stays are just some of the perks available to all Hosts. Affordable staff housing is available onsite and includes laundry, internet, shuttle service. Join our team and find out why thousands of people visit Deerhurst every year. Apply to Deerhurst today, Muskoka’s preferred place to work and play.