Second cook

The Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa is seeking an energetic, self-motivated individual to join our team as a Second Cook. Do you have a passion for fine cuisine, a desire to expand your culinary mind and want to provide an exceptional guest experience? If your answer is ?Yes?, we would like to meet you. The chosen candidate will be an ambassador for the exceptional service and flavors that are hallmarks of our dining experience. Every memorable dining experience here at the Hilton Toronto/ Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa begins behind the scenes with our Culinary team?s commitment to safe operations and exceptional cuisine. Your warm, attentive guest service and passion for customer service is worth raising a glass to! *Key Responsibilities* * Prepare, cook, and present a variety of menu items including meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, soups, sauces, salads, sandwiches, and other food products. * Ensure food is prepared according to recipes, quality standards, and proper cooking temperatures. * Assist with banquet, outlet, and in-room dining food production. * Maintain appropriate mise-en-place and ensure all stations are fully stocked and organized. * Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory procedures and assist with stock rotation. * Label, date, and properly store food products in accordance with food safety standards. * Assist with ordering and requisitioning supplies as required. * Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment. * Adhere to all food safety, sanitation, workplace health and safety, and fire safety regulations. * Minimize food waste through effective production planning and portion control. * Report equipment concerns, safety hazards, and product quality issues to kitchen leadership. * Support and collaborate with the First Cook, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, and Executive Chef. * Take responsibility for designated kitchen areas and provide coverage during breaks or absences when required. * Participate in daily team briefings and maintain compliance with hotel policies and procedures. *Qualifications* * Minimum *3 years of culinary experience* in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, banquet, or food service environment. * Secondary school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent. * Valid *Ontario Food Handler Certification*. * Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and food presentation standards. * Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety regulations. * Experience working in banquet and large-scale food production environments is considered an asset. * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment. * Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills. * Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as required. * Knowledge of current culinary trends and modern cooking techniques is an asset. * Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. * Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. * Ability to bend, reach, and perform physically demanding kitchen duties. * Ability to work in hot and fast-paced kitchen environments. Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. As such, all applicants that qualify will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status or characteristics protected by the Human Rights Code. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Human Rights Code, Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities through the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any acco