Cook (Cold Kitchen)

Olly Fresco's Royal Bank Plaza; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular catering service in Toronto is hiring an experienced Cook to join their Cold Kitchen team. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, offering competitive pay of $18.00-$20.00 per hour. Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, food preparation, and maintaining cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. A valid Food Handler Certificate is required along with 5 years of cooking experience.

Benefits

Discounted or free food

Weekends and holidays off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a professional kitchen.
• Must demonstrate food preparation techniques and food safety knowledge.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial kitchen equipment, including Rational Oven.
• Prepare a variety of food items according to recipes.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Knowledge of Rational Oven

Proficient knife skills

Food safety practices

Ability to multitask

Team player

Education

Valid Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Now Hiring: Cook (Full-Time, Monday to Friday)

Location: Olly Fresco's 18 York Street

Hours: Weekdays only, early morning to mid-afternoon

We're looking for a reliable and experienced Cook to join our Cold Kitchen team. This is a full-time position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in quality, consistency, and cleanliness.

Overview

Responsibilities

• Operate Rational Oven and other commercial kitchen equipment
• Cut, chop, and dice vegetables as part of daily prep work
• Prepare sandwiches, wraps, fruit packs, and salad bowls according to standardized recipes and portioning guidelines
• Label, date, and package all products accurately for distribution
• Rotate stations (sandwiches, salads, fruit packs, packaging) for balanced workload
• Assist in receiving and storing produce, proteins, and packaging materials
• Clean kitchen thoroughly at the end of each day
• Collaborate with hot kitchen and other departments when items overlap (e.g., rice, proteins)

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen
• Must have knowledge on the use of a Rational Oven
• Previous catering experience
• Proficient knife skills and food preparation techniques
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Must have a valid Food Handler Certificate
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy environment
• Team player with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Punctual, dependable, and physically able to stand for long hours

We offer

• Weekends and holidays off
• Daytime hours (no evenings)
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive hourly wage based on experience

How to Apply:

IN PERSON AT OLLY FRESCO'S RBC PLAZA 200 BAY STREET. Please ask to see BEN.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits

• Discounted or free food

Experience

• Cooking: 5 years (required)

Licence / Certification

• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In person