Breakfast Cook

Established in Ottawa, Ontario, in 1977, Gabriel Pizza specializes in pizza and casual Italian food for both dine in and delivery. Here at Gabriel’s, we invite patrons to join us for an unparalleled menu of items. If it’s breakfast, you are looking for we have the classic Eggs Benedict. Skipping breakfast? No problem, either our Club or Baja Fish sandwich platter is sure to hit the spot and break up your day. Above all else, there is one thing we are known for and it’s the one thing that customers have come to adorePizza Pizza is what has made us famous and whether it’s a Double Pepperoni Cup and Crisp or our Gabriel Deluxe we got you and you’re your appetite covered. We are a fully licensed restaurant and a great spot for you to catch up with friends and family, or if you are a larger group and looking to host your team party, holiday event or group dinner we are more than happy to have you.

Oh wait, it gets betterCan’t make it in? We got you covered; each Gabriel Pizza location includes a strong focus on home delivery and a full menu of lunch/dinner and breakfast items.

We are proud of our award-winning products, service and quality brand and it is all supported by 38 locations in Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and now, Nova Scotia.

We are passionate about delivering the ultimate guest experience. Our family operated business prides itself in its strong connection to the communities in which we serve, from fundraising to sponsorship of countless community events.

**Gabriel Pizza Antigonish**:
Is looking for a dynamite breakfast cook who prepares and plates only the best of our classic breakfast dishes.

**Position Description**:
This position plays a key role in supporting the breakfast day part in our Antigonish restaurant. The overall responsibility in ensuring compliance with company standards in all areas of the day part include product preparation, plating, equipment cleanliness and quality assessment.

The position reports to the Kitchen Manager while working effectively and cooperatively with others through building.

**Responsibilities and Duties**:

- Ability to understand and utilize all Gabriel Pizza policies, procedures, standards, specifications, and guidelines including those related to food safety, food preparation, timing, cleanliness, and health and safety.
- Ability to leverage opening and closing checklists. Good ability to follow Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties.
- Prepare a variety of doughs, meats, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
- Ensure consistent compliance of our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
- Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
- Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, walls and refrigeration equipment.
- Close the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assist others in closing the kitchen.
- Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
- Promptly report equipment and food quality problems to Manager.
- Inform Manager immediately of product shortages.
- Use our Standard Recipe Card for preparing all products. Do not rely on the memory of yourself or other employees.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager.

**Qualifications & Skills**:

- Minimum of 1 year of pizza, grill and deep fryer experience.
- Food Handlers certification
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Ability to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen personnel.
- Ability to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours).

**Schedule**:

- Day shift

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.