Cook

Samy's Restaurant Ltd/; Baie Verte; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Samy’s Restaurant is a locally owned family restaurant in Baie Verte, NL. We are seeking an experienced Cook to prepare Cantonese and Canadian dishes and support daily kitchen operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma and a minimum of 2 years cooking experience in a restaurant. The role emphasizes teamwork, recipe adherence, cleanliness, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a cook in a restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Cantonese and Canadian dishes according to recipes and portion standards.
• Prepare ingredients, season, and portion meats, vegetables, and noodles.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as woks, deep fryers, ovens, and grills.
• Monitor inventory, assist with daily food requirements, and receive deliveries.
• Assist with menu preparation, food cost control, and supplies.
• Help recruit and train new kitchen staff and supervise during busy periods.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas throughout the day.
• Complete opening and closing duties for service.

Skills

Follow recipes

Teamwork

Communication

Work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Volunteer Experience · Work Experience · Work & Career

Position: Cook (NOC 63200 – Cooks)

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time (30-40 hours per week)

Language of Work: English

Wage: $17.55

Our Restaurant

Samy’s Restaurant is a locally owned and operated family restaurant proudly run by a husband-and-wife team. We are committed to serving quality food, friendly service, and a welcoming dining experience to the Baie Verte community.

Located on Newfoundland and Labrador’s northeast coast, Baie Verte is a close-knit community surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and a strong sense of community. We are proud to be part of this community and to serve local residents, families, and visitors.

We offer a variety of Chinese and Canadian cuisine, prepared with care for our customers. As a small, family-run business, we value teamwork, reliability, respect, and a positive workplace where every team member contributes to our success.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Chinese and Canadian dishes according to the restaurant’s recipes, portion standards, and customer order
• Prepare and cook our Cantonese-style signature dishes including, sweet and sour chicken, chow mein, fried rice, beef and broccoli, chop suey, wonton soup, egg rolls, and other menu items
• Prepare ingredients for daily service by washing, cutting, chopping, marinating, seasoning, and portioning meats, vegetables, noodles, and other ingredients
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment, including woks, deep fryers, ovens, grills, rice cookers, and other cooking equipment
• Monitor food inventory and assist with estimating daily food requirements, preparing supply lists, and receiving and storing food deliveries
• Assist owners with menu preparation, portion control, food cost management, and maintaining adequate supplies for daily operations
• Help recruit, train, and orient new kitchen staff on food preparation, cooking procedures, recipes, portion sizes, sanitation, and workplace safety
• Manage kitchen staff during busy service periods to ensure orders are prepared accurately and efficiently
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, cooking and food preparation areas, utensils, and work surfaces throughout the day and after service to maintain proper food safety standards.
• Complete opening duties, including setting up cooking stations, preparing ingredients, checking supplies, and ensuring equipment is ready for service.
• Complete closing duties, including cleaning equipment and work areas, storing and labeling food, disposing of waste, checking inventory, and securing the kitchen.

Skills & Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a cook in a restaurant setting is required. Experience preparing Cantonese cuisine is considered an asset.

What Matters to Us

• Ability to follow recipes and restaurant menu standards
• Understanding of portion control and food presentation standards
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Team player who works under pressure and a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen

Thank you for considering Samy’s Restaurant. We value the time and effort of every applicant and appreciate your interest in being part of our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from everyone. We especially encourage people from groups that are often underrepresented — such as Indigenous peoples, newcomers, people with disabilities, and vulnerable youth — to apply. We value different backgrounds and believe diversity makes our team stronger.

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