Cook - Events

Oliverbonacini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage CAD 18.00–CAD 22.00/hr

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini in Toronto is hiring seasoned cooks to join our fine dining kitchen. You will work under the Sous Chef and Chef, handle station duties, and mentor junior cooks while delivering high-quality plates.

We value organization, the ability to work under pressure, and adherence to sanitation guidelines. Valid food handler is required; culinary diploma is an asset; expect to stand 100% of the shift and to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant or event/ catering environment.
• Valid food Handler.
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager.
• Day to day food preparation of the event space 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

Cooking experience

Work under pressure

Mentor junior cooks

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary diploma/degree (asset)

Job description

Our Cooks are seasoned cooks which have gained experience working in fine dining kitchen. They are very organized and comfortable working in a high-pressure environment. The Cooks must also be able to give orders within their section, work independently as well as reliably carry out orders handed down to them by the Sous Chef and Chef. Their attention to detail is monumental, able to mentor junior cooks and trouble-shooting any problems that may arise.

THE DAY TO DAY:

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the event space 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

• 2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant or event/ catering environment
• Valid food Handler
• Culinary diploma/degree 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 weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

This is a current vacancy

Hourly Wage: $18.00 -$22.00/hr

AI Disclosure

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Accessibility & Accommodation

Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate