Breakfast Cook - Queen's Cross Food Hall

OLIVER & BONACINI; Toronto; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Discounted gym membership

Access to Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount for you and up to

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini is hiring a Breakfast Cook for Queen's Cross Food Hall at CF Toronto Eaton Centre. You will join a fast-paced kitchen team focused on breakfast dishes and guest experience.

Role requires early morning shifts, solid kitchen experience, strong knife skills, food safety knowledge, and teamwork. Benefits include gratuities, dining discounts, gym membership, EAP, and referral program. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen experience required.
• Strong knowledge of basic cooking techniques and knife skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaborative team mindset.
• Reliable, punctual and highly organized with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Execute delegated preparation and service tasks as directed by Sous Chefs and Chef.
• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes with consistency and attention to detail.
• Ensure all plates meet quality standards, presentation, and timing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, food-safe workstation at all times.
• Support a collaborative team environment built on professionalism and respect.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Cooking techniques

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Reliable & punctual

Job description

Breakfast Cook - Queen's Cross Food Hall

• Full-time
• Compensation: up to CAD 19 - hourly

A sprawling new food hall located atCF Toronto Eaton Center, explore 16 chef-driven food stalls, including a vibrant café and bar, and a rotating selection of local pop-ups offering a taste of Toronto’s diverse culinary scene.

What's in it for you?

• Gratuities
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
• 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
• Employee Referral Program
• Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!

Our Cooks show inspired quality in all of their work. Their passion for food and cooking is infectious and they have a desire to serve the best every time. They show initiative, team work, walk with a "snap in their step" and with a sense of mission. Cleanliness is maintained throughout service and they gladly honor guest special requests.

The Day to Day:

• Execute delegated preparation and service tasks as directed by the Sous Chefs and Chef
• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes with consistency, precision, and attention to detail
• Ensure all plates meet O&B quality standards, presentation, and timing standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation at all times
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment during peak breakfast service
• Uphold proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices
• Demonstrate a commitment to cooking with high-quality ingredients
• Contribute creative ideas to features and menu improvements
• Continuously develop culinary skills and expand product knowledge
• Support a collaborative team environment built on professionalism and respect
• Share an absolute dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in breakfast or brunch service
• Strong understanding of basic cooking techniques, knife skills, and food safety standards
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain composure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow recipes and direction while maintaining quality and consistency
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team mindset
• Reliable, punctual, and highly organized
• Must be available to work early morning shifts on weekdays and weekends
• Flexible availability, including holidays as required
• Thisposition is full time and requires weekends availability
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

This is a current vacancy

Wage: $19 / hour

AI Disclosure

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