Line Cook (The Venue)

Location: Conestoga College – Doon Campus, The Venue Restaurant & Bar (may be eligible to work at other locations as needed) 

Start Date: August 19th, 2024

Time Requirement: Up to 20 hours per week (some evenings and weekends may be ) 

Reporting to: Food Services Supervisor 

Hourly Wage: $20.65

POSITION OVERVIEW 

Line Cooks are responsible for preparing food items for a full-serve restaurant while maintaining a healthy and safe kitchen workspace. In the course of this work, Line Cooks will be required to use hot cooktops, sharp tools, and other cooking equipment. Occasionally, restocking and storing inventory will also be necessary. 

In carrying out the duties of this position, a great deal of autonomy is exercised with final overview by the Food Services Supervisor. It is also important that the Line Cooks work extremely closely with the Food Services Supervisor to ensure that they are up to date on the basic overall operations of The restaurant. In all activities, it is crucial that the Line Cooks recognize that service to students and guests is a top priority. 

You will learn to: 

• Plan, prepare and present quality food and beverage for a variety of hospitality environments in accordance with legislation as it applies to the industry.                                                                                                                         


• Apply the fundamentals of culinary theory in the preparation of foods for a variety of menus.                                                                                                                                                       


• Maintain a high standard of sanitation and safety in a food service establishment. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

General 

• Prepare and cook food items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catering events in accordance with the provided specifications/recipes 


• Follow all specifications for ingredients and plate presentation 


• Operate cooktops and other kitchen equipment 

• Assist in cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment 


• Maintain a clean and safe work environment to ensure the health & safety of guests and coworkers at all times; clean and sanitize all work areas and frequently touched surfaces before and after every use, including (but not limited to): food preparation areas, cooking equipment, storage areas, floors, service areas 


• Work as a team with fellow Food Services staff 

Other General Duties 

• Work in accordance with corporate by-laws, policies and procedures, particularly to the CSSI Mission Statement 


• Practice professionalism and impartiality when handling sensitive personal information 


• Maintain confidentiality for business practices 


• Strict adherence to Health & Safety laws, policies, and procedures 


• Adhere to CSSI’s work attire standards 

• Work in an organized manner where detail, accuracy, and confidentiality are critical 


• Attend meetings and committees when  


• Work with members of the College to build strong relationships between CSSI and Conestoga College 


• Mandatory attendance at monthly staff meetings and CSSI-related training days 


• Other duties as assigned 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Physical Demands 

This position may spend long periods of time standing and walking. Lifting of supplies and materials up to 50lbs may also be required from time to time. 

Environmental Conditions 

This position performs work primarily in an enclosed food preparation area and is faced with frequent interruptions and changing priorities. Work is also required with and near hazardous kitchen equipment, including (but not limited to) a cooking range and sharp objects. Some work may be after regular hours and on weekends. 

Sensory Demands 

This position may require long periods of work in a warm and busy environment. 

Mental Demands 

This position is expected to maintain a consistent sense of urgency while completing multiple competing priorities within short timeframes, which can cause significant stress. The incumbent also deals with a wide variety of people on various issues. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Must be enrolled in a full-time program at Conestoga College and be a fee-paying student 


• Must be available to work up to 20 hours per week on days, evenings, and weekends as  


• Candidates will be asked to demonstrate the following: 

• Deep understanding of best practices in cooking and food preparation 


• Understanding of CSSI’s food services 

• Comprehension of instructions and information relating to CSSI’s food services 


• Customer service skills 


• Cultural competence 

• Food Handler’s Certificate is a great asset but not  

STUDENT ELIGIBILITY 

All students in this position must: 

• Be in a full-time degree, diploma or certificate program at Conestoga College  


• Maintain a full-time course load. Part-time studies may be allowed for students who are registered with Accessibility Services and require a reduced loads


• For Fall term positions (September to December), students must be returning to full-time studies in the Winter term in order to be eligible. 


• Have a valid Social Insurance Number 
  
  
  


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International students must also: 

• Hold a valid Canadian study permit that allows on-campus employment 


• Adhere to all requirements stated on their study permit 

• Adhere to all Canadian student visa requirements 

Accessibility, Diversity & Inclusion 

Conestoga Students Inc. is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment without regard to any prohibited ground of discrimination. If you anticipate any need for accommodations for disabilities in the process of applying, interviewing, or working, please feel free to let us know as soon as possible and at any time so that we are most equipped to provide a barrier-free experience.