cook

Swiss Chalet; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% employee discount dining card

Flexible scheduling

Growth and development opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Swiss Chalet is seeking a Line Cook in Ottawa, Ontario. You will prepare and plate items to specification, maintain high quality and hygiene, and support a smooth guest experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include line checks, cleanliness, and adherence to health and safety standards. We value reliability, flexibility and a proactive, team-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Line Cook is a bonus.
• Excellent organization, communication and social skills.
• Energetic and self-confident with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Follows standards and procedures.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to work a flexible schedule.
• Willing to help with prep and dishes.
• Food Safety certification or willing to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Complete line checks to ensure enough product is prepared and ready for service.
• Ensure the quality of food is outstanding each and every time.
• Plate food to specifications to create a perfect dining experience.
• Deliver the Perfect Guest Experience by ensuring all standards are being executed and exceeded based on Swiss Chalet's established specifications.
• Demonstrate behaviours consistent with Recipe's principles.
• Keep the work area, utensils and production equipment clean and sanitized at all times.
• Perform all opening, closing and cleaning tasks as instructed.
• Adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures outlined in the Health and Safety Program.
• Follow safe food handling procedures at all times.

Skills

Line Cook experience

Organization

Communication

Team player

Reliability

Flexibility

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

What you will do in this role:

• Complete line checks to ensure that enough product is prepared and kept ready for service
• Ensure the quality of food is outstanding each and every time
• Plate food to specifications to create a perfect dining experience
• Deliver the Perfect Guest Experience by ensuring all standards are being executed and exceeded based on Swiss Chalet's established specifications
• Demonstrate behaviours consistent with Recipe's principles
• Keep the work area, utensils and production equipment clean and sanitized at all times
• Perform all opening, closing and cleaning tasks as instructed
• Adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures outlined in the Health and Safety Program
• Follow safe food handling procedures at all times

What we are looking for:

• Bonus points for previous experience as a Line Cook
• Excellent organization, communication and social skills
• Energetic and self-confident with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Follows standards and procedures
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and punctual
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Willing to help with prep and dishes as needed
• Food Safety certified or willing to obtain within 3 months

What’s in it for you:

• 20% employee discount dining card valid at all Recipe brand
• Pay Range (ON & BC) Only*
• Flexible scheduling
• A chance to be part of a close knit team
• Growth and development opportunities within the restaurant
• Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurants

Please note, some opportunities may exist with our franchise partners, which are independently owned and operated.