Cook

Company: 2664358 Ontario Limited DBA Nomi Resort, LANDS 8FIFTY RESTAURANT

Description: Nomi Resort is an all season destination located in the County of Haliburton. Nomi is currently looking for culinary staff to cover food service for its guests and catering needs; dining and lounge food service, and ongoing events throughout the year.

Business Address: 4727 Elephant Lake Road, Harcourt, ON K0L 1X0

Work location: Same as above

Type of employment: Full-Time, permanent

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Co-ordinate special events

Determine the size of food portions and costs

Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization

Requisition food and kitchen supplies

Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods

Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances

Inspect kitchens and food service areas

Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Order supplies and equipment

Supervise kitchen staff and helpers

Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment

Clean kitchen and work areas

Organize buffets and banquets

Manage kitchen operations

Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained at all times through the use of created cleaning schedules and training programs

Consult with the Food & Beverage & Events Management about food production aspects of special events being planned

Cooks or directly supervises the cooking of items skillfully

In conjunction with F&B management team, assist in maintaining a high level of service principles in accordance with established standards

To ensure effective daily communication with relevant departments

To comply with all Nomi Resort policies and procedures to ensure that all-statutory regulations are observed and that the kitchen comply with these requirements

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

Secondary Diploma is required

At least 3 years of commercial cooking experience is required. If the candidate does not have the experience then equivalent credentials, training OR cook’s trade certificate is required.

Skills:

Must have strong knowledge of food principles and cooking techniques including cold kitchen chef experience and gourmet pastry and coffee knowledge

Must be clean, tidy and work in an organized fashion (high level of organization skills)

Precision and production ability to do batch cooking and volume management

Work conditions and Physical capabilities:

Attention to detail, Fast-paced environment, Physically demanding, Repetitive tasks, Standing for extended periods, Work under pressure, Manual dexterity.

Personal suitability:

Client focus, Dependability, Excellent oral communication, Flexibility, Initiative, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player, Time management, Accurate, Efficient interpersonal skills

Attitude:

Must exhibit an excellent service attitude and be willing to go out of their way to accommodate the guests and exceed their expectations

Must maintain a level of professionalism and communicate effectively

Must show enthusiasm for the job, the restaurant and the hotel

Must be considerate, patient and willing to help out fellow employees

Must have a good self-image and be able to command the respect of the employees

Must be able to thrive under pressure and work calmly and efficiently during busy times

Must possess strong work ethic, morals and honesty

Work in uniform at all times in accordance with the uniform dress code policy

LANGUAGE SKILLS: English is required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, committees, suppliers, members, and employees.

Salary: $28.39 CAD hourly, 30 hours a week

Benefits: Health & Dental Benefits Provided along with Vision Care, Uniforms and Wellness program

Important information: Shift schedule between 8am at the start of the work day until 11:30 am, with 3 breaks throughout the day in addition to a lunch break within the timeframe of 1pm - 2 pm. The afternoon shift is from 2pm until the completion of the shift.

Apply by e-mail to: programs@nomiresort.com

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