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Appendix B
Job Description
Third Cook
Job Title: Third Cook
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Kitchen Manager
Summary
The Third Cook will be responsible for assisting with general kitchen prep and sanitation. The person in this role must have a thorough knowledge in all cooking and food preparation, presentation methods and techniques. The Third Cook will keep work areas clean and organized and conduct his or herself in a positive professional manner.
Positioning Statement:
The Third Cook professionally represents the hotel through the creation of a value based workplace environment where team mates and guests are treated in a fair, respectful and honorable manner.
Essential Day to Day Duties & Responsibilities:
- Cooks and prepares all food necessary for the day’s need and production under the supervision.
- Collects all food products needed to set-up kitchen production areas and lines for service under the supervision of leaders.
- Involvement in the food preparation and cooking on line to ensure proper presentation and speed of service standards are maintained for all food menu items and bills.
- Possess fair knowledge of superior quality food production, preparation and presentation techniques and methods.
- Operate all food production equipment safely and according to instructions.
- Conduct frequent inspections of all food storage areas in order to prevent food spoilage and maximize the food cost expenditures.
- Maintains daily cleaning schedule to ensure kitchen’s cleanliness and sanitation.
- Ensure that equipment is functioning, sanitized and that any maintenance is reported to supervisors.
- Take responsibility in the absence of the Second Cook.
- Possess thorough knowledge of Sanitation and Food Safe procedures as established by the Health Board and hotel policies and procedures.
- Prepare for, attend and take the appropriate actions for weekly/monthly and annual meetings as required.
- Stay safe all the time. Following our safety procedures, you will report all incidents and put safety first for yourself, your teammates and our guests.
- Take pride in your appearance and position as a hotel ambassador. Follow all department uniform and grooming requirements.
- Always know what events and activities are on the day’s schedule in the hotel and neighbourhood.
- Jump into other ad-hoc duties when your colleagues need your assistance.
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with all departments in the hotel to work together to deliver the most memorable experience to the guest.
- Adhere to all brand and company standards, policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned by your direct report.
Contacts: (KEY individuals the Third Cook regularly communicates with, frequency of contact and purpose of that contact)
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Title
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Contact Frequency
(e.g. 1x/wk)
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Purpose
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General Manager
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As needed
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Daily pleasantries as well as when needed in the absence of the appropriate direct report interaction.
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Direct Report
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Multiple times per day
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Discuss issues and find solutions, promote harmony, and team spirit.
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Team Mates
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Multiple times per day
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To be visible and accessible to all team members of all departments.
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Hotel Guests
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As required
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To connect with guests on a regular basis.
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Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/:
- Enthusiastic, attentive and approachable.
- 1-2 years of culinary experience working in a high volume kitchen.
- Ability to remain standing for the duration of an 8 hour shift.
- Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
- Available to work flexible hours including early mornings, evening weekends, and holidays.
- Act with a sense of commitment and integrity, live with honor, desire success, strive for excellence, and not to be afraid of opportunities.
- Strong organizational skills and time management skills.
- Great sense of confidence and self worth.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Maintain a workplace environment that understands and respects policies and procedures.
- Actively participate in local community events.
- Desire ongoing professional development.
Certifications Required:
- Food Safe.
- Brand and company required training as outlined during on boarding and as identified throughout your employment.
Thank you for your interest in our company, we hope you apply today!