Mess Cook

WHO WE ARE

CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

THE ROLE

Steeped in a rich military heritage and tradition, messes have been used by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) throughout Canada’s history to foster morale and promote military values including camaraderie and unit cohesiveness. Messes give members a strong sense of commitment to the ideas, objectives and the basic responsibility expected of them within the CAF and set the standard for military service within Canada. CFMWS provides support to all CAF messes. Specifically, PSP Hospitality Services provides expertise on operational and management practices and assists mess managers in providing quality mess hospitality services.

Under the supervision of the Lead Cook, the Cook prepares and cooks meals in accordance with menus, established and standardized recipes, and production control charts. In addition, the Cook ensures quality products and service are being provided while maintaining portion sizes and presentation standards.

This is a role where everyone works as one team to provide the best customer experience for our members and contributes to creating a positive workplace.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

• High school diploma AND several years experience in the food service sector, or in a related hospitality field.

Experience

• In commercial food service
• In providing customer service

Knowledge

• Of food preparation
• Of food safety practices
• Of health and safety practices

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Bilingual Essential

Reading: None

Writing: None

Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Work Life Balance: Vacation pay.

Retirement Planning: Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Free second language training.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Multiple positions available
• Hours of work: 13 1/3 per week

START DATE

As soon as possible

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.