Cook - La Plume

OLIVER & BONACINI; Toronto; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount at O&B restaurants

Internal career opportunities

Job summary

OLIVER & BONACINI’s La Plume in Toronto is hiring a line cook to deliver high-quality, fast-paced kitchen support for events and daily service. You will follow recipes, maintain prep lists, and ensure freshness with FIFO while upholding sanitation and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of cooking experience, a culinary diploma is an asset, and the ability to work under pressure. Weekend/evening availability and legal eligibility to work in Canada are required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant or event/catering environment.
• 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.

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

Knife handling

Calm under pressure

Standing required

Availability weekends/evenings

Take direction

Legally eligible to work in Canada

Education

Culinary diploma/degree

Job description

Situated in The Well, La Plume is a bustling, sophisticated French-inspired restaurant with a hidden speakeasy, offering a blend of charm, elevated artistic cuisine. Joining us means becoming part of a team that thrives on creativity, craftsmanship, and immersive dining experiences. You’ll engage guests in an environment where curated drinks, elevated dishes, and thoughtful design come together, contributing to memorable moments in one of the city’s most vibrant and design-forward culinary destinations.

What's in it for you?

• Gratuities
• 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
• 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 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

Qualifications

• 1-2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant or event/ catering environment
• 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

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy.

Hour Rate: $19.50 + gratuities

AI Disclosure
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Accessibility & Accommodation
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