3rd Cook

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Position covered by the Collective Agreement with the University of Guelph Food Service Employees’ Association

3^rd Cook

Hospitality Services

Limited full-time: 8 Month Continuing Appointment
Work period is approximately September to April each year
Four (4) positions
Hiring #: 2024-0310

Please read the Application Instructions before applying

University of Guelph Hospitality team has been voted the #1 Food Service in Canada by Maclean’s magazine. Come work with a team of passionate chefs who are committed to serving quality dishes made from locally sourced ingredients to the University community.

Under direct supervision of the 1^st Cook or 2^nd Cook, a 3^rd Cook works primarily with fast food products.

The 3^rd Cook is responsible for:

• Ensuring food is prepared, cooked properly and served in an attractive manner
• Develop recipes and produce food that minimize waste
• Maintain safe and sanitized equipment and work area
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Support kitchen operations and other duties as assigned

Requirements of the position include:

• Grade 10 education in addition to some related experience in the hospitality industry in a fast-paced environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Having attained or working towards the Red Seal designation is preferred. 
• Must be willing to work a flexible shift schedule.
• Regular annual schedule is September to April, with schedule subject to change based on operational requirements.

What’s in it for you!:

• Employee discount on food
• Growth and development opportunities within the University
• Assistance in achieving a designation as a cook
• Work life balance that fosters health and wellbeing
• Paid holidays, December Holiday closure
• Benefits

Start Rate                    $18.67 per hour
Job Rate                     $22.96 per hour

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 2024 06 10
Closing Date: 2024 07 03 (extended)