Company Operating Name: Deerhurst Resort Business Address: 1235 Deerhurst Dr, Huntsville, ON P1H 2E8 Title of the Position: First Cook Number of Positions Available: 1 About the Employer: Established in 1896, Deerhurst Resort has been one of Muskoka’s prominent destinations for those looking to explore the region in all seasons. Located 2 hours from Toronto, we have over 400 guest room accommodations featuring hotel rooms, lodge suites and resort home rentals. Dining options include 4 permanent restaurants and a seasonal venue, the Antler Steakhouse. Our culinary team works with 20 local food producers and the resort produces its own honey, herbs and maple syrup on site. Our busy culinary team is looking to hire First Cooks to join its culinary staff. Job Duties: • Prepare and cook complete meals, dishes and food for buffets at our various dining establishments across our resort • Set up and oversee breakfast and lunch buffets • Oversee kitchen operations • Schedule and supervise kitchen helpers across our restaurants • Clean kitchen and work area or direct kitchen helpers to assist with cleaning • Help to plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies • Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment Terms of Employment: This is a permanent and full-time position, 40 hours of work per week Seasonal Position: No Language of Work: English Wage: $19.25 per hour Vacation: 4% paid out bi-weekly Benefits: • Paid medical plan • RRSP plan • Employee Housing available Perks: • Fitness center & pool use – complementary • Free golf & skiing • Dining discounts • Spa discounts • Hotel discount Contingent Wages: gratuities Location of Work: 1235 Deerhurst Drive, Huntsville, ON P1H 2E8 Contact Information: Apply with a resume and cover letter to https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=3e7f0c05-6ef8-453d-b7fb-fac8550b7448&ccId=9200522032816_2&jobId=501654&lang=en_CA on our careers page on our website. Skill Requirements - Education and experience: • Completion of secondary school is required • Completion of college program or apprenticeship for cooks in cooking or food safety or equivalent (2-3 years) commercial cooking experience Personal Suitability • Able to work well with others • Able to take initiative within given guidelines • Pays precise attention to detail, order and cleanliness • Has exceptional energy, flexibility and professionalism • Has effective communication skills (verbal, listening) • Able to adapt in a fast pace, constant changing environment within a dynamic work schedule • Able to maintain composure and objectivity • Able to identify problems and make recommendations for improvements • Able to handle problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary • Able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately • Is flexible with their schedule, able to work long hours, shift work, evenings, weekends and holidays as business levels require