1st cook (Edmonton)

Were looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyones journeys better. Discover the Difference You Can Make at Gate Gourmet We are now hiring for 1st Cooks to work in our flight kitchen located at the Edmonton International Airport. This position is represented by a labor Union and is covered by one or more collective bargaining agreement - UNIONIZED A 1st Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking various food items according to recipes, and for observing and enforcing strict requirements with regard to food safety. The job includes sauting, poaching, baking, grilling and sauce preparation, as well as working with broilers, fryers, grills, ovens and stove-top cooking. Job Requirements: At least 3 years experience cooking in a high-volume catering setting Experience cooking international fare preferred Read, write and follow food specifications and menu guidelines in English Red Seal or equivalent Good Communication skills Our Employees Must Be Able to: Work assigned schedule which may include multiple shifts, weekends and holidays Work overtime when required Arrive to work on-time Pass a criminal background check Handle fish, beef, pork, poultry and other food products Follow written food specifications and menu guidelines in English Handle knives and kitchen tools properly Complete production and HACCP documentation as required Communicate with Supervisors and co-workers Ability to direct other kitchen employees effectively Work as a member of a team Education Requirements: Culinary degree or cooking certification Red Seal is preferred Environmental Requirements: Will be exposed to extreme temperature changes and noise Must be able to lift, push, pull, move product, equipment and supplies up to fifty (50) pounds Regularly stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during shifts of 8+ hours Demonstrated Competencies to be Successful in the Position: Thinking - Information search and analysis, problem resolution skills Engaging - understanding others, team leadership, developing people Inspiring - influencing and building relationships, motivating and inspiring, communicating effectively Achieving - delivering business results under pressure, championing performance improvement If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinarymemories, join us! Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2nfdem