licensed cook

Title posted on indeed.com - Evening Cook

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Employer details Anja's Motel & Meals

Job details

*Evening Cook* *Job Overview* Create & serve delicious meals for guests for dinner, serve desserts, safely store leftovers and create late plates, clean and prepare kitchen, coolers and spaces for next day?s activities *Key Responsibilities* * Manage daily operations of evening kitchen operations, including meal preparation, service and cleanup * Provide delicious well-balanced homestyle meals for 30-50 people * Weekly menu plans which effectively maximize kitchen inventory * Assist customers with inquiries, ensuring a high level of satisfaction * Maintain paper and/or electronic records of daily evening operations * Collaborate with team members to achieve departmental goals * Monitor inventory levels and provide updates to manager for re-ordering supplies as necessary * Provide overflow assistance as required for daytime and night operations * Other duties as assigned by manager *Required Qualifications* * High school diploma or equivalent * Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial cooking and food service facility * Proven ability to work in a high-paced, multi-tasking environment as an effective part of a team * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Must have valid Foodsafe Level 1 or equivalent *Preferred Qualifications* * Experience with catering, dessert and baking finishing, menu planning and nutrition planning * Fluency in written and spoken English * Knowledge of food safety protocols, safe work procedures * Familiarity with electronic ordering and record keeping systems or willingness to learn house systems *Skills and Abilities* * Strong organizational and time-management skills * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Problem-solving skills and critical thinking * Customer service and interpersonal skills *Work Environment* You will be working in a busy, commercial kitchen with a variety of cooking, food preparation and storage equipment. Occasional additional work environments include: * 3rd party catering locations * Additional cooking/service locations as assigned, including but not limited to other commercial kitchens, food trucks, remote food service locations * Exposure to noise, high and low temperatures, high-temperature cooking devices * Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks safely and simultaneously *Compensation & Benefits* * $250 - 280 per day (10-11.5 hour shift) * Competitive salary based on experience * Overtime averaging agreement * Health and dental benefits * Paid time off, including vacation and sick days * Opportunities for professional development and growth * Per rotation travel reimbursed up to $120 within 500 km, up to $500 within 1500km *How to Apply* * Submit a resume and cover letter with references to admin@anjasmotel.com * For any inquiries, contact: admin@anjasmotel.com Pay: $25.50-$28.00 per hour Benefits: * Casual dress * Dental care * Discounted or free food * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off * Vision care Work Location: In person