Fortius Sport & Health is an integrated athlete development centre strengthened through philanthropy and focused on optimizing athlete performance for life. Situated in Burnaby, B.C., we are home to a state-of-the-art training centre, FIFA-standard turf pitch, NBA/FIBA/collegiate lined gymnasium, sport science lab, sport medicine institute, 50-room lodge and a chef-inspired bistro. Our integrated team of sport medicine and science practitioners share their complementary expertise to deliver precise, customized treatment and training plans for athletes of all ages and abilities, under one roof. Learn more at www.fortiussport.com

Learn more at www.fortiussport.com.

Our Vision:
A sport culture strengthened by athletes achieving their full potential and realizing the life-long benefits of sport.

Our Mission:
Fortius Sport & Health is an integrated athlete development centre strengthened through philanthropy and focused on optimizing athlete performance for life.

Our Client Service Mandate:
To provide consistently excellent client experience at Fortius Sport & Health.

How we will do this:
We will work collaboratively and strive to foster the team work essential to supporting the integrated care model at Fortius Sport & Health.

As a member in the Fortius Institute team, benefits include:

· Working in a diverse, fast-paced and dynamic environment

· Access to the onsite gym for a significantly reduced annual membership

· Free parking

Role Summary

Reporting to the Chef or catering cook, the prep cook is responsible for the safe preparation, and storage of mise-en-place items. Prep cooks are also responsible for receiving and putting away orders, maintaining cooler and storage room organization and participating in dishwashing.

All staff are also responsible for participating in light clean-up of the bistro (clearing buffet and tables) and atrium.

Responsibilities

· Safely prepare and mise-en-place and cold appetizers including but not limited to: deli platters, vegetable platters, raw meats, salads, and vegetables

· Maintain kitchen and food prep areas in a tidy, organized and clean fashion

· Sanitize and clean equipment with appropriate cleaning products throughout the shift and as directed

· Support the catering and line cooks with prep and buffet setup as needed

· Follow the nightly closing checklist at the end of the day

· Follows HAACP directions and maintains proper cooler organization (raw meats and seafoods below ready to eat products, no food containers stored on the floor)

· Ensures dishwasher chemicals are stocked and notifies the chef when they need to be ordered

· Records and monitors dishwasher and sanitizer concentration levels

· Other duties may be assigned as required.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

· Foodsafe Level 1 certification preferred

· Good presentation and personal hygiene

· Basic knife skills

· 1 or more years experience as a cook in a professional environment.

· Must be available evenings and weekends as needed.

· Able to work in a standing position for long periods of times.

· Able to lift 20-30 lbs

· Able to communicate clearly and effectively

· Able to follow instructions and work off of a checklist

· Sense of personal responsibility for delivering catering menus as outlined and on time

We appreciate your interest in Fortius Sport & Health and we will review your application as soon possible. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  As part of our professional commitment to privacy, all candidate information will be kept in the strictest of confidence. 

Deadline to apply:  June 2nd, 2017

All successful candidates will be subject to background check, including criminal and education verification.