Line Cook

**POSITION OVERVIEW**

As a Line Cook, you are responsible for the preparation of high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary, and consistent manner. In this role, you must be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively. As a member of our culinary unit, you must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.

**RESPONSIBILITES**
- Daily preparation of food items in the pantry, fry and/or stations or other areas of the kitchen
- Set up station according to restaurant guidelines
- Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
- Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant
- Restock all items as needed throughout shift
- Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills
- Have understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station
- Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas
- Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager at any time
- Ensure quality and safety of food by performing standard and any additional sanitary measures including sweeping of the floors, cleaning of surfaces, as well as proper covering and storage of food items according to restaurant standards and procedures
- Work at efficient and consistent pace
- Ensure timely preparation of all meals
- Ensure that the correct quantities are prepared to meet daily needs
- Stay productive at all times and prepare for future needs as time allows.
- Demonstrate flexibility and volunteer to fill open shifts as required
- Follow proper reporting procedures for accidents and incidents to ensure follow-up and prevention
- Serve food in the proper portion size and at the proper temperature
- Arrive to work at the scheduled time
- Perform other related duties as required

**REQUIREMENTS**
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Post-Secondary diploma or Food Services Management preferred
- Minimum 2 year of cooking experience required
- Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation required
- Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling required
- Canadian, or have legal permission to work in Canada (e.g. open work permit)
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
- Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with mínimal supervision.

**WORK CONDITIONS**
- This position will spend 100% of the time standing while working
- Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat and water
- Must be able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion, and up to 35 pounds regularly
- Will be constantly exposed to high temperatures in the kitchen environment
- Manual dexterity required to use knives and kitchen appliances
- Overtime as required

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $17.00-$19.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Cooking: 5 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Handler Certification (preferred)
- Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Scarborough, ON M1T 2M5 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Scarborough, ON M1T 2M5: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person