Cook

Posted: July 29, 2022
Full Time

The Mexican Way Inc. o/a The Mexican Way

Company: The Mexican Way Inc. o/a The Mexican Way

Business information: Where authentic homemade Mexican food is made by 150% Mexicans who love to share the flavors of their tasteful country!

Business address: 37 Mill St E, Acton, ON L7J 1H1, Canada

Work Location: Same as above

Type of Employment: Full time – Permanent

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description:

Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
Clean kitchen and work areas
Manage kitchen operations
Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
Follow and comply consistently with the restaurant’s standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock
Handle, store, and rotate all food products and supplies according to restaurant policies and procedures
Season and cook food according to recipes
Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption
Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods
Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food when needed

Requirements:

- Education: Some secondary school is required

- Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience as a cook is required. If the candidate does not have 3 years of experience, then a post-secondary certificate is required

- Experience cooking Mexican food is a strong asset

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Physically demanding, Standing for extended periods, Repetitive tasks, Work under pressure, Attention to detail, Overtime required, Handling heavy loads

Personal Suitability: Judgement, Flexibility, Team player, Organized, Initiative, Client focus, Dependability, Reliability

Language: Basic English is required

Salary: $16.00 to $18.00 hourly, 40 - 44 hours per week.

Benefits: A free meal per shift is provided, 50% discount on the restaurant and tips are provided

Important Information:

Flexibility in schedule is required especially for take-out service. The work schedule varies due to the business operating hours, the candidate will work from Tuesday to Sunday as follows:

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12pm to 8pm

Tuesday from 10am to 8pm

Sunday from 11am to 6pm

Apply by e-mail to: tmw@themexicanway.ca

Closes:
tmw [at] themexicanway.ca