Cook (6-Month Contract)

Overview:
Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1+75.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary:
Reporting to the Chef, the Cook is responsible for ensuring an appropriate and efficient preparation of all meals, as well as carrying out other tasks that are related to the appropriate presentation and garnishment of the menus(cold and hot buffets). He/she will execute daily, fresh preparations in accordance with the changing menu, and must also be able to help the Chef during preparation and service.

You will be involved in our ongoing transformation from a traditional brick mortar retailer, to an omni-channel leader and tech-first fashion disruptor.

Main Responsibilities:
Execute recipes by respecting the precise instructions from the Chef;
Act as a team player and support other team members in a different role when needed for the best interest of the customer;
Ensure good communication with the Chef and for various supplies;
Daily preparation of food for service: chopping vegetables, preparing the breakfast and lunch buffet( hot and cold), and the pastries of the day, crab and go healthy snacks;
Responsible for allergies identification on all meals where needed.
Responsible for the ready for business of his/her section;
Ensuring that the food is always at its freshest throughout the service;
Ensure that stations are restocked at all time;
Responsible to clean the kitchen floors in a regular basis to prevent accident and keep the area safe and clean
May be ask to help and the register during peak period;
Provide and offer catering services within the company;
Maintain health and safety standards established by MAPAQ and the Chef;
Ensure and maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen at all times and live it ready for the next day before living;

Qualifications:
College diploma in Professional Cooking;
Mininum of 2 years of experience in a professional kitchen;
Certificate in safety and hygiene;
Good communication skills;
Innovative, proactive, and reliable;
Ability to work well under pressure;
Creativity when it comes to quality and presentation of food;
Interested in vegetarian cuisine, international cuisines and healthy food;
Team player;
Flexibility and problem-solving skills;
Bilingual: French and English (written and spoken);
Accuracy and/or speed are essential;
Consequences of decisions and actions are very limited; low level of responsibility;
Giving/receiving information relating to non-routine work aspects; requires an approach focused on listening and interacting, as well as the ability to express oneself with clarity, precision and accuracy;

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:
A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
Exclusive private sample sales;
A flexible vacation policy;
And more!
GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…
No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.
 
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