Second Cook

Join the culinary adventure at Combine Cafe & Bar, an exciting and vibrant dining experience nestled in the heart of Surrey's City Centre. Combine is not just a dining destination; it's an integral part of Locale, a new premium rental tower at Century City.

At Combine Cafe & Bar, we've crafted a unique dining experience with made-to-order cafe and lunch offerings during the day, shareable international-inspired plates in the evening, and a curated wine and cocktail program.

But Combine Cafe & Bar is more than just a place to dine; it's a celebration of our local community's rich history, creativity, and culture. We've designed our space to embrace the local landscape, and our well-curated menu reflects the diversity and vibrancy of Surrey City Centre.

Why Join Our Team?

Role Summary

The role of Second Cook reports directly to the Sous Chef and Head Chef. The role of Second Cook prepares a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stock, breads and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils according to kitchen protocol and standards.

The Second Cook works closely with the First Cook to ensure Combine Cafe & Bar policies and guest standards are consistently met. As part of Combine Cafe & Bar the First Cook will contribute to the positive and enthusiastic team environment who work together as a cohesive team with a focus on excellence in all that we do.

Key Accountabilities
- Ensures that meals are prepared in a timely manner in accordance with Combine Cafe & Bar standard operating procedures.
- Cooks and prepares food as listed in the daily prep sheet, indicates levels on hand and amounts required to prep.
- Sets-up the station with par stocks of menu items, and prepares the dishes designated for the assigned station.
- Assists in daily and weekly procedures, including temperature checks, labels/dates, organizes freezer, fridge and dry storage area.
- Cleans and organizes the kitchen at all times. Follows all required checklists and cleaning schedules during and following his/her shift.
- Maintains high levels of hygiene, cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of the kitchen.
- Maintains a positive attitude that promotes teamwork within the restaurant.
- Performs other duties as assigned and directed by the Sous Chef and Head Chef.
- Handles the 1 station assigned efficiently and accurately during peak periods and is able to prepare items according to Combine Cafe & Bar specifications.
- Able to train effectively in 1 station.

Required Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Level 1 Food safe.
- Minimum 1-3 years experience in a professional kitchen.
- Must be eligible to work in Canada.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Passion for fresh ingredients and producing great food every day.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
- Customer service skills - able to exceed guest expectations.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Must work well within a restaurant team culture.
- Must be able to work with mínimal supervision and have a strong initiative.
- A positive and team-oriented attitude.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Must be able to work morning, evening, and weekend shifts as business dictates

Our hiring professionals will assess your qualifications and experience in line with our requirements for the position.

In the meantime, we encourage you to learn more about our company and its values by visiting our website or following us on social media. Once again, we appreciate your interest in joining our team and wish you the best of luck with your job search.