Gia Restaurant

**Full job description**

**About GIA**

GIA is plant forward Italian restaurant located in Dundas West Village

**Job Summary**

GIA is looking for Line Cooks that would be responsible for day-to-day food preparation. Our Line Cooks show attention to detail in all of their work. Cleanliness is key and maintained throughout service and they will always go out of their way to take care of our guests. Working with a team first mentality and going above and beyond is something they do proudly.

If the following are relevant to you, please apply.
- Hungry to learn and expand your skillsets as a chef
- Want to be part of an ego-free, professional kitchen
- Want to join a passionate team about food but still have fun
- Have a strong work ethic that thrives in a fast paced environment
- Want to learn or improve your knife sharpening skill
- Have superior standards for cleanliness and working tight
- Want to contribute ideas for dishes together with the team
- Work closely with Chefs that lead by example and action

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Perform delegated tasks from Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and/or General Manager.
- Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to Ultra standards.
- Prepares vegetables, fruit, meat and seafood with great technique and following safe food handling procedures at all times.
- Preparing food from scratch, according to recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications set out by the leadership team.
- Maintaining clean and organized stations at all times, without exception, set up and service.
- Maintaining clean and organized stations at all times, without exception.
- Following FIFO method to maximize product freshness.
- Assisting in food inventory and control; restocking any low items during shift.
- Cleaning food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines.
- Reporting any equipment/utensil malfunctions/deficiencies to the Chef.
- Assisting in properly receiving and storing delivered items.
- Operating standard kitchen equipment with caution and care.
- Performing all opening and closing assignments as instructed.
- Adhering to the Health and Safety policies and procedures outlined in the Health and Safety Program, WHMIS and MSDS guidelines.
- Treating their colleagues with respect and dignity at all times.
- Working collaboratively with the GIA team.
- Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.

**Qualifications**
- Minimum 1-2 years' cooking experience in a fast-paced, high-end restaurant.
- Experience cooking and handling food in a high-volume dining restaurant.
- Possession of a culinary diploma is an asset.
- Understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
- Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Able to spend 100% of the time standing.
- Ability to lift items of up to 40 lbs.
- **Note: salary will be dependent on experience.**_

**Equity, Diversity and Inclusion**

GIA believes in an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness.

**Accessibility**

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON M6J 1X5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Kitchen: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person