New Job Commis (Cook Ii) | Naramata Inn In British Columbia

Commis (Cook II) | Naramata Inn
Commis (Cook II) | Naramata Inn

Commis (Cook II) | Naramata Inn

Company : Jobssummary / Indeed
Salary : Details not provided
Location : British Columbia

Full Description

Naramata Inn is keen to hire engaged, self-starters that are passionate about food, wine, delivering exceptional service experiences and, of course, Naramata. The freshly reimagined Inn delivers a proudly “Naramatian” experience. From produce to proteins, the menu is built around the best local growers and artisans in Naramata and the Okanagan Region. Naramata Inn showcases the true depth and breadth of award-winning wines produced by British Columbia’s winemakers.

Commis (Cook II) | Naramata Inn

Create menu magic and make hungry people happy. Showcase your skills by providing daily preparation requirements while working together with the culinary team to ensure quality and constancy of food items. Commis is responsible for reading and interpreting recipes, conducting inventory and adhering to standards for sanitation and safe food handling procedures.

Just a few of the perks:
  • Competitive pay
  • Health & Welfare Benefits
  • Company sponsored team events
  • Discounts on accommodations at Naramata Inn and affiliated properties
  • Meal discounts at Naramata Inn
  • Inclusive team environment
  • Eligible for tip pooling
  • Limited seasonal rental housing available on a first come, first serve basis
  • Employee referral bonus – get paid to recruit!
Our Commitment to you:
“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout our operation and fuels our collective drive - and success.

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What you’ll do:
The Brass Tacks
  • Utilizes specification sheets to prepare daily preparation requirements, maintains par levels of necessary items
  • Prepares new menu items under direction of supervisor
  • Ensures attractive, consistent presentations of food items, both buffet and plated
  • Interacts/supervises line cooks to monitor quality, presentation and consistency of food items prepared
  • Handles all needs and accommodates customer requests in a timely manner
  • Sets up, re-stocks, maintains, and cleans food preparation areas
  • Responsible for ensuring presentation standards are meet for all hot and cold items
  • Reads and interprets recipes
  • Conducts product inventories, ordering and receiving of product
  • Responsible for team maintenance of grooming standards
  • Responsible for team adherence to standards for sanitation and safe food handling
  • Responsible for all opening and closing kitchen procedures
The Nitty Gritty
  • 1-2+ years of relevant experience and/or training
  • Prior experience in fine dining, farm to table environments (strongly preferred)
  • Experience in a seasonal environment strongly preferred
  • Must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks, work in stressful situations with shifting priorities
  • To successfully perform the duties described, conflict management and negotiation skills are required
  • Familiarity with Optimum control (bonus)
  • Food Safe level 1 required
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs
  • Ability to stand or walk for 8 hours
Where you'll work:
Naramata is located on the eastern shore of Okanagan Lake, just outside the city of Penticton. The area is known for its picturesque orchards, vineyards, clay bluffs, and lakeshore. Light on rainfall and long on sunshine, Naramata is both visually stunning and emotionally stirring. People say the place has soul. People like us.
About Naramata Inn
Constructed 115 years ago by the town founders, J.M. and Eliza Robinson, Naramata Inn would welcome some of the Okanagan’s very first tourists and go on to weave a colourful thread throughout Naramata’s history. Naramata Inn is still making headlines as the best way to enjoy the full bounty of the Okanagan Valley. The Inn delivers a proudly “Naramatian” experience - from the best local growers and artisans in Naramata and the Valley, showcasing the true depth and breadth of award-winning wines produced by British Columbia’s winemakers.

The Fine Print
The employer, Naramata Hospitality LP d/b/a as Naramata Inn is managed by Columbia Hospitality, Inc. operating as Columbia Hospitality Service U.L.C. which is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect

Columbia Hospitality is an international management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centres, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.