Line Cook

Department: Food and Beverage Reports to: Executive Chef

Overview:

This position is responsible for food preparation and cooking of assigned sections in the kitchen. The line cook will work service and work safely, and using techniques that are supported at the hotel in a sanitary manner. The line cook monitors all product that is made in their section to ensure that it meets the Executive Chef’s exacting standards.

Primary tasks:

• Willingness to work in assigned section and set up and stock food items and other necessary supplies
• Works with the Executive Chef and management for scheduled resources, depending on business needs for the week
• Prepares food items with techniques and recipes approved by Executive Chef
• Cooks food items with techniques and recipes approved by the Executive Chef
• Maintain cleanliness and complies with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storage
• Cleans and sanitizes work area and kitchen at the end of the shift and during
• Performs inventory checks and completes food storage logs
• Addresses immediate concerns and reporting larger issues to the Executive Chef and/or kitchen management

Some of the Specific Skills Required:

• Ability to work the line or a wiliness to learn
• A-la-carte menu execution
• An understanding and desire to work with seasonality
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Accuracy and speed in executing tasks
• Ability to work as a team member
• Follows directions and instructions
• Willingness to learn

Qualifications:

• Relevant education and work experience will definitely contribute to your appeal as a candidate. However, demonstrating a natural aptitude for the tasks outlined above in conjunction with values that align with ours are the primary drivers of our hiring decisions.

The Royal Hotel as an employer:

• Property:  We strive to create an environment in which every employee feels safe and supported, providing the opportunity to be happy at work. In leading by example, we embody thoughtful and attentive service along with respectful behavior towards everyone we encounter.
• Community:  We understand that our success rests on those who support and surround us. We see The Royal Hotel as part of an ecosystem of experiences, products and people that are contributing to the same vision for Prince Edward County.
• Planet:  We recognize that the behaviour of a few should not devastate the world of many. We see value in setting up systems and procuring products that take environmental, social and financial costs all into consideration.

Positions: Full-time, Permanent

Perks:

• Asset for applicants to have in advance, but required for all in position License/Certification: Food Handler’s – Public Health Course.
• Medical and dental benefit plan
• Special room rates for family
• Employee discount in our dining outlets
• Daily staff meal
• Special pricing and benefits from our local partners
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour
• Benefits:
  Dental care
  Extended health care
• Schedule:
  10 hour shift in person
  8 hour shift in person
• Supplemental pay types:
  Tips

How to apply:

• Your application should identify in subject line: “Line Cook-The Royal Hotel”
• You are welcome to address your application for the attention of Mr. Albert Ponzo, Executive Chef via e-mail address:   [email protected]  or drop off application during business hours via Employer and Community Liaison at Career Edge PEC (Main Street in Picton).

The Royal Hotel culture leads with inclusivity and diversity, we welcome all applicants. Please note, that only those qualified applicants selected for interviews will be contacted directly. With respect to the application/interviewing process for our Human Resources information, if you require any accommodations please do not hesitate to let us know within your application request.