Cook

**VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: COOK** **Employer:** The High Commission of Malaysia, Ottawa **Contract Duration:** Co-terminus with the High Commissioner's tour of duty in Canada Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a proposed overseas appointment as Cook at the High Commission of Malaysia in Ottawa. The successful candidate will prepare Malaysian cuisine and support hospitality at the Official Residence and the High Commission’s official functions. The position requires culinary competence, sound judgement, discretion and consistently high standards of food safety and presentation. This recruitment is subject to the necessary Malaysian approvals and confirmation of the applicable Canadian arrangements. **Duties and Responsibilities** ======================= * Prepare a varied selection of Malaysian dishes for meals at the Official Residence and for official lunches, dinners and receptions. * Develop menus appropriate to the occasion, number of guests and approved budget. * Accommodate halal requirements, allergies and other dietary restrictions. * Plan food preparation and service to ensure that meals are delivered safely and on schedule. * Purchase ingredients as authorised, retain receipts and maintain accurate kitchen expenditure records. * Manage stock levels, ingredient freshness, portion sizes and food waste. * Maintain appropriate food preparation, cooking, cooling and storage practices. * Keep the kitchen, utensils, appliances and food storage areas clean and organised. * Coordinate catering preparations and meal service with designated mission and residence personnel. * Report equipment faults and safety concerns promptly. * Perform other reasonable culinary duties consistent with the position. **Qualifications, Skills and Experience** ============================== * At least two years of relevant professional cooking experience in a restaurant, catering operation, private residence or comparable setting. * Demonstrated ability to prepare a range of Malaysian dishes independently. * Relevant culinary training or an equivalent combination of training and practical experience. * Experience in menu planning, ingredient purchasing and kitchen budget management. * Sound knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management and halal food handling. * Ability to speak, read and understand English or French sufficiently to carry out the duties safely and communicate with colleagues and suppliers. * Ability to organise work effectively and maintain quality during formal hospitality events. * Reliability, discretion and respect for confidentiality. Experience preparing formal dinners or diplomatic hospitality is an asset. A recognised food-handler qualification is also an asset. Candidates must satisfy the applicable requirements for appointment by Malaysia and acceptance by Canada as service staff. These requirements will be assessed separately from culinary suitability. **Working Arrangements and Benefits** ========