Position Title: Cook
Department: Food and Beverage
Reports to: Supervisor, Food and Beverage or designate
Our Mission: Offer unique and memorable experiences through fun-filled programs, activities and events
Job Summary: Cooks at Chicopee play a critical role in preparing high-quality food in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This individual will be responsible for food production, cleanliness, storage, and ensuring all food safety protocols are followed. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a team setting and takes pride in delivering consistent and well-presented meals.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with Chicopee’s food service standards
Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices are maintained at all times
Maintain cleanliness in all food prep, refrigeration, and storage areas
Ensure proper labeling, rotation, and storage of all food items to maintain freshness and minimize waste
Consistently monitor the quality, presentation, seasoning, and portioning of food served
Actively participate in the production and presentation of all food items to uphold brand quality and consistency
Complete daily log sheets and checklists accurately as required
Keep kitchen and prep stations clean throughout shifts; clean spills immediately and sanitize equipment daily
Support inventory management and ensure refrigerators and storerooms are organized and fully stocked
Follow Safe Food Handling standards as per Ontario Regulation 493
Maintain communication with the Food & Beverage team to support special event menus and large-volume service
Attend mandatory pre-season and corporate training sessions
Assist in other departments or areas of operations as needed
Key Qualifications:
Previous cooking experience is an asset
Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to follow verbal and written instructions
Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environments
Physically capable of lifting up to 45 lbs (20.4 kg) and performing repetitive physical tasks
Strong time management and communication skills
Ability to work in hot, humid, or outdoor environments as required
Takes pride in food quality and presentation
Safe Food Handling Certificate (REG 493) and/or Smart Serve certification is an asset
Bilingualism is an asset
Previous experience cooking is an asset.
Knowledge of proper sanitation procedures and food safety guidelines.
Additional Requirements:
Passionate about the recreation, hospitality, or food and beverage industry
Approachable, empathetic, and customer-focused
Must be flexible with scheduling – including evenings, weekends, holidays, and shift coverage
Must provide your own uniform in compliance with Chicopee’s uniform policy
You have, or can use our Human Resource platform to obtain, the following certificates: WHMIS; Ladder Safety; Ontario Health & Safety Awareness (OHSA); Workplace Violence & Harassment (Bill 168 & 132); Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA); IASR: Information and Communications Standards and Employment Standards; Understanding Human Rights; Safe Lifting; Gender and Sexual Diversity; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB); Safe Food Handling (for Food and Beverage Employees) Training
