Cook - Auberge du Pommier

Auberge du Pommier; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Health, dental, vision benefits

Gym membership discount

Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount at O&B restaurants

Employee Referral Program

Career opportunities within O&B

Job summary

Auberge du Pommier in Toronto invites a skilled Cook to join our fine dining kitchen. You will contribute to day-to-day food preparation, follow O&B standards, and uphold immaculate kitchen hygiene in a high-volume setting.

Our team values precision, teamwork, and a passion for French-inspired cuisine. This full-time role offers competitive hourly wages, gratuities, and access to health benefits and career growth within a renowned hospitality group.

Qualifications

• 2 years in a fine dining, high volume restaurant.
• Food Handlers Certificate is an asset.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing.
• Available evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• This is a full time position.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to O&B standards
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
• Maintain a prep list of station duties
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

Skills

Professional cooking

Knife handling

Working under pressure

Attention to detail

Standing long hours

Evenings/weekends/holidays

Education

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Company Description

Auberge du Pommier is a distinguished Toronto institution, celebrated for its refined French-inspired cuisine, elegant ambiance, and consistently warm, attentive service. Renowned for combining culinary excellence with timeless hospitality, the restaurant provides a sophisticated dining experience that delights guests and leaves a lasting impression. This is an ideal environment for hospitality professionals who are passionate about upholding tradition, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail, and contributing to memorable, high-caliber dining experiences. Team members have the opportunity to develop their craft within a respected and established culinary legacy while delivering service that embodies both elegance and genuine care.

What’s in it for you?

• Gratuities
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage
• 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!

Job Description

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. Cleanliness is maintained throughout service and they gladly honour guest special requests.

The day to day:

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to O&B standards
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
• Maintain a prep list of station duties
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

Qualifications

• 2 years in a fine dining, high volume restaurant
• Food Handlers Certificate is an asset.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing
• Available evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This is a full time position
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This is a future vacancy

Wage: $18 - $20/hr

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