Job Description

We are Hiring a Lead Cook!

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Line Cook 1 to join our culinary team. This role is essential to delivering high-quality meals and maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen. The ideal candidate is passionate about food preparation, works well with others, and consistently upholds safety and hospitality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Serve food in proper portions using appropriate receptacles

• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers to prepare a variety of dishes

• Prepare visually appealing plate and platter presentations

• Maintain adequate inventory of cooking ingredients and supplies

• Assist in developing and implementing new menu items

• Inspect kitchen tools and equipment before and after use to ensure cleanliness and functionality

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, organized, and ready for the next meal service

• Assist with food placement on steam and cold tables, ensuring proper rotation and timing

• Prepare customized food orders

• Set up and break down workstations and action stations as needed

• Wash, peel, portion, chop, and store ingredients properly

• Provide courteous, prompt, and friendly assistance to guests

• Verify that food is cooked to the correct quality and quantity standards

• Prepare food of consistent quality following brand recipe cards

• Label and document all food containers with proper rotation practices per SOP

• Practice safety standards at all times

• Report to work on time in a clean, complete uniform, ready to serve

• Collaborate with the supervisor to review performance and adjust goals or objectives

• Work closely with team members to maintain a smooth and efficient kitchen operation

Requirements:

• Ability to multitask effectively;
• Knowledge of menu development, costs, and wage control;
• Skilled in operating various pieces of commercial kitchen equipment;
• Ability to effectively use senses such as sight, hearing, and smell to distinguish product, taste, texture, and presentation;
• Must be able to obtain, maintain, and retain a valid gaming license;
• Ability to read, write, and fills out any necessary paperwork;
• Ability to use all food preparation equipment;
• Knowledge of food products, standard recipes, and proper preparation;
• Good organizational, planning, and time management skills
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds, with or without a reasonable accommodation;
• Culinary degree or certificate;
• Ability to read and follow established recipes;
• Cooking experience in a gaming/hotel environment comparable to the EED;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Available to work any day of the week including mornings, evenings, weekends, & holidays

Benefits:

We offer competitive wages. Full-time associates are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefit package, which includes medical/dental/vision plans, life insurance, ST/LT disability options, tuition assistance, discounted room rates at Concord managed hotels, plus training & development and career advancement opportunities.

Why Concord?

Concord Hospitality invests in its associates by providing training and development at all levels, from interns to executive leaders. Our “Associate First” culture supports and inspires personal development both within the workplace and beyond. Our associates are what our company is built on, and we are proud to recognize them for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We value work life balance, diversity, and our commitment to provide the best customer service and quality accommodations in every market we exist. Concord is built on 5 cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability and FUN! Our associates say it best with our national company cheer heard throughout North America ---

“We Are Concord!” We support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a “Great Place to Work for All."

Rate of Pay: $26.00 CAD/Hour

Please note that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not used in the hiring process to screen or select candidates.