First Cook

  • Kitchener
  • Bingemans Inc

Bingemans is one of the Waterloo Region's largest and most dynamic meeting and conference facilities. In addition, Bingemans is one of Southwestern Ontario's largest catering companies for both on and off-site events, with over 70 years of successful event experience.

  • We are Waterloo Region's leader in hospitality providing the very best in family entertainment. With amenities ranging from the Big Splash Water Park, FunWorx Indoor Playland and the Bingemans Camping Resort, we are the ticket for exceptional fun! In the fall, we turn into Canada’s most terrifying haunted attraction
  • Screampark. In October, the Oktoberfest Kool Haus is home to thousands of guests to celebrate KW Oktoberfest (North America's largest Bavarian festival).

Bingemans is in the business of providing Grand Experiences!

What will you be doing?

As a part of the Culinary team you are responsible for creating great food and customer experiences in a wide variety of styles of service. You possess great attention to detail, and amazing food is your passion. You are comfortable multitasking; problem solving and always maintain high standards. You will lead by example and support development of your team members. Essential job functions will include: The preparation, production and transportation of food items for service

Plans effectively for varying levels of business

Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of the kitchen

Ability to multitask in a variety of roles within the kitchen while working independently

Positive influence with all members of the culinary team

The organization of food items and mise en place

Inventory management; receiving and proper storage of food deliveries

Maintaining food standards through use of standardized food recipes and safe food handling practices

Maintains food cost through the minimization of food waste

Identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings to the kitchen managers

What We're Looking For?

Certificate or diploma from a reputable, post-secondary culinary training school is required

Must possess excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills

Journeyman’s papers or Red Seal is considered an asset

A minimum of two years’ experience in a similar environment is an asset

Must have good time management skills, able to work in a consistently fast-paced environment and demonstrate work flexibility.

Must be a positive, driven leader with an emphasis on development of employees to achieve desired results.

Must have a passion for excellent food and creativity to develop custom menu options with ease

Required to work to the business needs, days, evenings, weekends, holidays. This will at times require long hours especially during peak times

Physical requirements : Must be able to lift and transport up to 50 pounds

Must be able to stand for long periods of time (for up to and more than 8 hours)

Must be able to work in both, hot and cold (fridge/freezer) environments