Cook

COOK Niagara Parks is currently recruiting for Cooks to join our Culinary Services team for the 2025 season.

This position compensates at an hourly rate of $19.38/hr for Seasonal Bargaining Unit and Part-Time employees. Students will be compensated in accordance with Ontario Minimum Wage legislation.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

4% vacation pay;

Passes to Niagara Parks attractions to share with family and friends;

Free entry into all Niagara Parks attractions;

Access to the Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Program;

Free transportation on the Niagara Parks WEGO Bus Green Line and Falls Incline Railway;

Free uniforms and parking;

Employee discounts to Niagara Parks retail stores, culinary experiences, and golf experiences.

Seasonal Bargaining Unit and Part Time Employees Specific:

Additional $1.55/hour for each hour worked in lieu of benefits (seasonal bargaining unit only)

Eligible to enroll the company defined benefit pension plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

No formal education required.

No formal experience required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Primarily occupies one (1) kitchen station or area each shift

Washes, prepares and or cooks various food e.g., garnishes, salads, cheese, fruit and meat platters and canapes. Prepares plated desserts for tour groups and banquet patrons.

Set-up, monitor and replenish and tear down Buffets and Stations for events.

Uses all general cooking methods to prepare assigned menu items in accordance with the Menu Knowledge File.

Maintains a clean and sanitary work area by adhering to all sanitation and hygiene procedures, including sweeping, and mopping of the kitchen floor as required.

Ensure proper heating, reheating and storage of food items occurs in accordance with Public Health regulations.

Re-stock various items throughout their shift.

Depending on location may be required to help push Hot Dog and Ice Cream Carts to proper parkway placement.

Works in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act, First Aid, WHMIS, AGCO Regulations, Safe Food Handling Regulations, Recycling Programs and established policies and procedures.

Provides guests with information regarding NPC Attractions and Events.

Promotes a positive image of the Niagara Parks Commission.

Provides quality customer service that meets NPC Standards.

As assigned.

The applications for the Cook positions will be ongoing, however, applications will be reviewed and considered as they are received.

The personal information in your candidate profile is collected under the authority of the Niagara Parks Act, R.S.O. 1990, C.N.3, s.4(l) and in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It will be used to assess your qualifications for the job postings to which you apply. If successful, your information will also be used for the creation of your employee profile under the authority of the Employment Standards Act, 2000, c.41, s.15(1). We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), Niagara Parks will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability - related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources (HR) staff. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require additional information regarding the collection and use of the personal information in your candidate profile, or would like to request an alternate format, please contact Niagara Parks at ... or by e-mail at ... .