Cook 1, Outlets

Art Gallery of Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading art museum in Toronto is seeking a part-time Cook 1 for their outlets to assist in food preparation and service. Responsibilities include preparing dishes, monitoring food quality, and ensuring safety and sanitation standards. Candidates should have a Provincial Certificate of Qualification and at least 4 years of relevant experience in a high-quality culinary setting. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Discounts to GoodLife Fitness

Free tickets to major exhibits

Discounts at local attractions

Qualifications

• 4 or more years directly related experience at a high-quality, volume, hospitality, or retail operation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary creative cuisine.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food handling and advanced cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepares par stock items for the outlets according to standard recipes.
• Monitors schedule and timing, and makes adjustments as required.
• Ensures food is of good quality and seasoned appropriately.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Organization

Communication

Education

Provincial Certificate of Qualification as Journeyman cook

Job description

Cook 1, Outlets – Occasional Part‑Time

Position: Cook 1, Outlets (Occasional, Part‑Time)
Schedule: Up to 24 hours per week on an as‑needed basis
Location: Toronto, Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)

The AGO is one of the largest art museums in North America, attracting about one million visitors annually. The AGO Collection features more than 120,000 works ranging from cutting‑edge contemporary art to significant Canadian and European masterpieces.

AGO Values

• Respect: We foster belonging and appreciate each other.
• Openness: We interact with an open mind and thoughtful engagement.
• Collaboration: We believe in the power of together.
• Accountability: We own our actions and outcomes.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Associate Director, Culinary Operations, the incumbent will participate in all food preparation, set‑up, service, and break‑down of lunch, brunch, or dinner shifts as scheduled. The rate of pay for this position is $23.97 - $29.94 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Prepares par stock items for the outlets according to standard recipes and directives of chef on duty.
  • Butchery and portioning of meat, fish, and poultry
  • Preparation of base stocks, soups, sauces, and braised items
  • Seasoning, marinating, searing, and marking meat, fish, and poultry portions
  • Preparation of relevant garnishes and by‑products as required
  • Preparation of other food products requiring advanced skills and techniques
• Participates in daily receiving, storage, and distribution of all food and food‑related products. Maintains fridge and relevant storage areas to ensure proper food storage, product turnover, disposal, and recycling all relevant food products.
• Monitors the schedule and timing, and makes adjustments as required to ensure optimum timing of cooking and service. Participates in organization and execution of service periods.
• Leads and participates in post‑service breakdown ensuring safe and efficient food handling and minimum waste. Maintains fridge and relevant storage areas to ensure proper food storage, product turnover, disposal, and recycling of all relevant food products.
• Ensures food is of good quality and seasoned appropriately by regularly tasting and assessing quality and freshness.
• Maintains knowledge of safety and sanitation policies and codes, ensuring quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• 4 or more years directly related experience at a high‑quality, volume, hospitality, or retail operation.
• Provincial Certificate of Qualification as Journeyman cook, or equivalent training or experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary creative cuisine.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food handling and advanced cooking techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to handle all kitchen equipment, and demonstrate safe handling to others.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food handling, safety and sanitation standards.
• Teamwork, time management, and organization skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hospitality practices and procedures.
• Well‑developed communication skills, able to expedite, call line, in absence of chef/sous chef.
• Demonstrated understanding of cultural difference, sensitivity, awareness and lived experience.

Benefits of Working at the AGO

• Discounts to GoodLife Fitness.
• Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO.
• Discounts to major attractions as part of the Provincial/City Reciprocal Programs.
• Free admission to the AGO for friends and family, discounts at the gift shop, bistro, and Learning Centre.

Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, apply now!

To apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications online at https://jobs.jobvite.com/ago/jobs/viewall. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Art Gallery of Ontario is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility: At the AGO, we lead global conversations from Toronto through extraordinary collections, exhibitions, and programs, reflecting the diverse community we serve. We are committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility, embedding these values in our strategic plan and ongoing priorities.