Line Cook

Fish & Duck Sproat Lake Resort

This well-established Pub lies on the shoreline of the majestic Sproat Lake at the heart of Vancouver Island.

Line Cook Role Summary

Reporting to the culinary leadership team, this position is responsible for playing a large part in the actual production of each meal. This role assists the Cook in all areas of the kitchen including food production, standards, and kitchen sanitation.

Accountabilities

• Organize and prepare
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to the recipe to prepare salads, gravies, sauces, and entrees
• Prepares meat, fish, vegetables, and other foods
• Portions of food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
• Follows proper plating presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
• Prepares items for cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning, and marinating
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, flat top range, and refrigeration equipment
• Assists with cutting, precooking, and marinating during off-peak periods as needed
• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
• Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
• Serve menu items compliant with established standards
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions
• Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensuring a clean and safe working environment
• Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Culinary education and training
• Certifications as required to comply with local Health codes
• 1-2 years of culinary experience in the food service or hospitality industry an asset

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in hot, humid, cold environments
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Required to move, lift, carry, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance
• Stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, and pulling
• Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces
• Move up and down a ladder
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Discounts
• Housing Available

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sproat Lake BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)