Deacon’s Corner

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COOK (National Occupational Classification  2016 - NOC Code: 6322 )

 

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Deacon’s Corner is one of Vancouver favorite comfort food restaurants specializing in Southern-style cuisine. Our goal is to bring traditional Southern hospitality home-made, generous portioned culinary experience of the original Deacon’s Corner, which was a truck stop diner in Winnipeg. We prepare our food following traditional Southern recipes, cooking all the items in the menu from scratch in a simple and wholesome manner.  

COMPANY OPERATING NAME: Deacon’s Corner Kits

BUSINESS ADDRESS: 3189 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2H2, Canada

JOB SUMMARY:

 

We are looking to add to our team a passionate and responsible Cook who can work collaboratively to manage all responsibilities related to kitchen operations and maintenance. Someone who is passionate about food and the hospitality industry and bring their experience in Tex-Mex cuisine. Our ideal cook is a motivated self-starter that can anticipate any problems before they happen. This person, should have the ability to work in a dynamic team environment, multitask, and effectively communicate.

JOB TITLE: Cook

NO. OF POSITIONS: 1

JOB DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES:

 

• Preparing and cooking complete meals including authentic high quality American cuisine, as well other dishes on the menu.
• Prepare traditional Southern style fried-chicken, waffles, quesadillas, chili among others, as well as all accompanying sauces.
• May plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements, monitor and order supplies.
• May hire and train kitchen staff, scheduling and supervising kitchen helpers daily, weekly and monthly.
• Plating, assembling and garnishing of all food products in a uniform manner.
• Monitor all dishes leaving the kitchen to ensure quality and good presentation of all food
• Adapting recipes to special requests such as allergies and special diets.
• Complete all aspects of the job in a manner that will not affect the speed or quality of customer service at any time.
• Working knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices, washing and cleaning of floors, crockery, utensils and other kitchen equipment to ensure that the necessary hygiene, health, safety and sanitary standards are maintained in the kitchen.
• Maintain clean and safe kitchen environment adhering to food safety rules, quality and control standards.
• Receiving, storing and preparation of all food products according to Deacon’s Corner specifications and practices.
• Maintaining proper inventory levels of prepared products, supplies and equipment.
• Communicate with customers, staff and management in a friendly, yet professional manner.
• Other related duties as needed.

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

 

• Completion of secondary school is usually required
• Ability to communicate in English
• At least 3 months of cooking experience
• Some knowledge of American Cuisine

 

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

 

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Work under pressure
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending
• Standing for extended periods
• Capable of lifting/pushing heavy objects weighing over 40 lbs.
• Sometimes work in a noisy and distracting environment
• Work independently with minimal or no supervision
• Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Spatial awareness and ability to navigate a busy kitchen

 

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

 

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Client focus and dependability
• Must be a team player, flexible, reliable and organized
• Must be available before and after hours to open and close the restaurant as required
• Must be available for all hours of operation including overtime and weekend work as required

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Permanent, Full-time, Long-term.

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week

 

WAGES:  $17.00 per hour

 

OVERTIME: One and one-half times the regular wage rate as per provincial regulations.

 

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

 

• Insurance from Workplace Safety and Insurance Board covered by employer.
• Vacation pay as per provincial regulations will be paid each payday on a semi-monthly basis.

 

LOCATION OF WORK:  3189 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2H2, Canada

 

ANTICIPATED START DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: As soon as possible.

 

Preference given to applicants who are Canadian citizens, Canadian Permanent Residents, New Immigrants, Indigenous Persons / Aboriginals, Visible Minorities and Vulnerable Youth.

 

If this opportunity interests you, and you meet all of the above requirements, please submit your resume and a cover letter by email at  xcclhospitalitycanada@gmail.com  or by mail to 3189 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2H2, Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.