Japanese Restaurant jobs in Ladner, BC

We are currently hiring for General Cooks to work at our food production facility. CLS Catering Services (part of LSG Sky Chef & Cathay Pacific) offers you the opportunity to be part of the inner workings of an exciting industry in a diverse and dynamic environment.

Job Description:

The General Cook comprises all those who regularly prepare and cook food including the control of foods and temperature during the cooking process, meat cutting, portioning, limited cleanup and other related duties within the cooking area.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Prepare and cook dishes following the menus and recipes as per flight requirements.

· Control and maintain temperature of foods while cooking, meat cutting, and portioning.

· Ensure high standards in taste, preparation, and consistency to meet company standards

· Ensure all work stations are stocked and prepped for shifts.

· Calculate high volume food quantities based on recipe specifications.

· Operate in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

· Must be flexible with work schedule and hours and adapt to schedule changes to accommodate operational requirements.

· Maintain a safe and sanitary work station.

· Need to be able to work in a cold environment under 4 degrees Celsius.

· Will need to train and oversee cook helpers as assigned

· Other related duties within the cooking area

Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

. The successful candidate must be able to speak and read Japanese fluently.

· Post-secondary education or 1 year of formal training from a certified culinary institute an asset.

·Basic knowledge of food handling procedures, Food Handler Certificate an asset.

· Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in a high volume cooking

· Knowledge of HACCP processes and procedures is an asset

· Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling required.

· Ability to lift up to 50 lb.

· Effective communication skills including the ability to read and write in English.

· Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.

· Highly effective teamwork skills.

· Attention to detail in all areas of work.

· Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.

· Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.

· Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Please note that all employment is contingent upon the selected candidate’s successful clearance of all compliance requirements such as a clear criminal record.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Casual

Pay: $21.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Richmond, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you able to read hiragana/katakana ?

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (preferred)
• Canadian Work Permit/Permanent Resident/Canadian Citizen (required)

Work Location: In person