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Catering Events Cook

Truffles Catering is Victoria’s leading professional caterer for corporate events, weddings, office functions, social occasions and celebrations. We are the proud catering partner to some of Victoria’s best venues including Royal Roads University and Hatley Castle, the Royal BC Museum, and the Parkside Hotel & Spa.

Truffles has maintained a commitment to innovation in environmental stewardship since the inception of the sustainability program in 2008. This program encompasses management principles for purchasing, transportation, waste, energy and water, community involvement and climate change. Truffles Catering is a BC Green Business Green Leader and is a BC Ocean Friendly Business / Surfrider Approved.

Job Title: Event Cook

Job Type: Casual, Part Time, Full Time

Job Summary: The Event Cook reports to the Executive Chef and Sous Chef. This position will support the smooth running of kitchen operations and food production, upholding exceptional food quality at all times. This position is hands on with the food preparation and execution of events. This position is responsible for helping to maintain the day-to-day functions of the kitchen, creating memorable guest experiences at events, and collaborating with fellow team members and leadership to continually improve and advance kitchen operations.

Overview of Responsibilities:

· Assists in day-to-day kitchen operations including quality control, sanitation, cleanliness and safety

· Ensures that standardized recipe and plating manuals are followed for food preparation and presentation, while also keeping an open mind to encourage change, quality, presentation, and expression of their passion

· Maintain, develop and exhibit strong knowledge of food products and to skillfully apply relevant cooking techniques

· Supports communication and execution of the food program

· Exemplifies all aspects of our core values, while consistently achieving the highest standards of product and service at all times

· Builds and maintains professional and positive relationships utilizing strong communication skills with all leadership and team members (front of the house and kitchen alike)

· Such other and unrelated duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Employer

Required Skills and Qualifications:

· 1 year of experience as a cook or catering chef

· Professional demeanor and conduct

· Passion for food and culinary excellence

· Discipline, vision, and strong attention to detail

· Food Safe level 1 (required)

· Red Seal certification considered an asset

· Drivers license and clean drivers abstract (required)

· Experience in a high-volume, quality-oriented catering or banquet environment is an asset

Hours of Work: The hours of work will vary and may be irregular, and will be those hours required to meet the responsibilities of the job and business. Open availability and flexibility is preferred during peak operating periods. Often times these shifts are evenings and weekends.

Work Location: In person at Truffles Catering and at all its venues and places of operation.

Pay: Starting from $23 per hour

Application Process: please send your resume and cover letter to jp@trufflescatering.net

We are grateful for your time and consideration in applying to join our team. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person