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Cook, ethnic foods needed in Canada by El Mariachi
Cook, Ethnic Foods Job Description
A Cook, Ethnic Foods specializes in preparing authentic traditional dishes from a specific culture or region, such as African, Asian, Caribbean, Middle Eastern, Indian, or Latin American cuisine. They prepare, season, and cook a variety of meals while following traditional recipes, cooking techniques, and food presentation standards. They are responsible for selecting fresh ingredients, maintaining food quality, ensuring proper food storage, and following health and safety regulations. Ethnic Food Cooks may also develop menu items, manage food preparation, monitor kitchen inventory, and work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient service. Their goal is to provide customers with flavorful, high-quality meals that reflect the authenticity of the cuisine they specialize in.
Main Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook authentic ethnic dishes.
- Follow traditional recipes and cooking techniques.
- Prepare ingredients and maintain food quality standards.
- Ensure proper food storage and kitchen cleanliness.
- Monitor inventory and assist with ordering food supplies.
- Maintain compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Work with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Assist in menu planning and food presentation.
Important Skills:
A successful Cook, Ethnic Foods should have strong cooking and food preparation skills, knowledge of traditional ingredients and recipes, creativity, attention to detail, time management, teamwork, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, communication skills, adaptability, and a passion for authentic cuisine are also essential for delivering high-quality meals.
Job details
- Location: Edmonton, ABT5H 0H9
- Work location: On site
- Salary: 36.50 hourly / 40 hours per week
- Terms of employment: Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies: 1 vacancy
- Source: Job Bank #3610101
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Restaurant
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Determine the size of food portions and costs
- Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
- Requisition food and kitchen supplies
- Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
- Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
- Order supplies and equipment
- Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
- Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
- Clean kitchen and work areas
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Safe Food Handling certificate
Experience and specialization
Cuisine specialties
- Mexican
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
- Fast-paced environment
- Repetitive tasks
Personal suitability
- Dependability
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
- Time management
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
- a Canadian citizen
- a permanent resident of Canada
- a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
By Direct Apply Help – Applying by Direct Apply
Additional ways to apply
By email
mariachiedmonton@gmail.com
What you must include in your application:
- Answers to the following screening questions:
- Do you have experience working in this field?
Advertised until
2026-07-18
Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.
