Third Cook

Department: Food Operations
Position covered by the Collective Agreement with the University of Guelph Food Service Employees' Association (UGFSEA)

Temporary full-time - September to April - continuous

Number of Openings: 3

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. 

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General Purpose

University of Guelph Hospitality team has been voted the #1 Food Service in Canada by Maclean’s magazine. Come work with a team of passionate chefs who are committed to serving quality dishes made from locally sourced ingredients to the University community.

Under direct supervision of the 1st Cook or 2nd Cook, a 3rd Cook works primarily with fast food products.

Duties and Responsiblilities

• Ensuring food is prepared, cooked properly and served in an attractive manner
• Develop recipes and produce food that minimize waste
• Maintain safe and sanitized equipment and work area
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Support kitchen operations and other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Grade 10 education in addition to some related experience in the hospitality industry in a fast-paced environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Having attained or working towards the Red Seal designation is preferred. 
• Must be willing to work a flexible shift schedule.
• Regular annual schedule is September to April, with schedule subject to change based on operational requirements.

What’s in it for you!:

• Employee discount on food
• Growth and development opportunities within the University
• Assistance in achieving a designation as a cook
• Work life balance that fosters health and wellbeing
• Paid holidays, December Holiday closure
• Benefits

Employee Type: Limited  
Position Number: 10900399  
Start Rate: $19.95 per hour 
Job Rate: $24.54 per hour
UGFSEA Wage Grid

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date:01/08/2025 
Close Date: 01/15/2025