Lead Cook

Job Description

$22.74 / Hour

Employee Meal Plan

Employee Assistance Program

At SSP Canada, we operate several restaurants at the Vancouver International Airport, including Whistler Taphouse & Grill, Lift Bar and Grill, Urban Crave, Sal y Limon, El Chiquito and many more. We take pride in delivering exceptional service and offering a diverse range of culinary experiences to our guests.

The Lead Cook will oversee the operations of the kitchen, including employee tasks and food quality.

Responsibilities as a Lead Cook includes:

Supporting the Management Team in ensuring that standards of service are consistently achieved by the team and team members.
Understand that our guest is our #1 priority.
Maintain brand operational standards and ensure that restaurant checklists and cleaning schedules are completed on a daily basis.
Coach team members through the induction process by acting as training buddy to ensure a comprehensive orientation and maintenance of brand standards.
Communicate and clarify major job duties, priorities, and expectations to team members
Provide support, direction, and encouragement in helping the team succeed in delivering business goals.
observations, discussions, etc., and document both good and unacceptable performance accordingly.
Assist team members in developing the skills and abilities necessary for improved performance.
Ensure that products are of the highest quality.

Qualifications and Experience

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with and motivate team members.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to read, interpret, and articulate instructions using clear and direct language.
Able to work as part of a team within a fast paced food service environment.
Minimum of 1 year experience within a busy restaurant environment.
Supervisory experience required.

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation.