Cook - Outtakes on Yonge

Cineplex Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free movies

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive training programs

Job summary

Cineplex is seeking a Cook for the Outtakes on Yonge test kitchen in Toronto. Prepare food from standardized recipes and maintain portion sizes in a fast-paced setting.

You play a key role in delivering an exceptional entertainment experience and supporting food service operations. The ideal candidate has Food Safe certification, up to 6 months line cook experience, POS familiarity, strong communication, and a team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• Food Safe certification is required or you must be willing to obtain it.
• Minimum 6 months experience as a line cook in high-volume casual dining or catering.
• Experience handling guests and providing excellent service.
• Experience using POS systems and handling cash.
• Strong communication skills and team orientation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food using standardized recipes and measured portions.
• Maintain portion control and quality across all dishes.
• Provide friendly, fast, guest-focused service in a busy environment.
• Support clean as you go and maintain a safe, sanitary workstation.

Skills

Food Safe certificate

Line cook experience

POS experience

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

POS software

Job description

**What you will do:**We count on our Cooks to ensure Cineplex provides each and every guest with an exceptional entertainment experience. The Cineplex atmosphere is energetic, big, face-paced, social, exciting and positive.We are currently recruiting a **Cook** for the food service area of our test kitchen **Outtakes on Yonge at Cineplex Home Office, 1303 Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario M4T 2Y9.**This position will be responsible for preparing food using standardized recipes and portion sizes. The Line Cook working in this area of the operation is key to ensuring we are passionately delivering an exceptional entertainment experience. You are committed to providing quality food service and assist with creating and maintaining the food service business and assist with providing a welcoming atmosphere to all guests. Throughout your shift you are friendly and upbeat and you pride yourself on your organization, quickness and product knowledge. You are passionate about food and love to work in a fun environment.**What does it take to be a star in our food service area?*** You are Food Safe certified or have to desire to obtain certification* You must have an understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures* You have a minimum of 6-months of previous line cook experience in a high-volume casual dining environment or catering* You have experience dealing with guests and a passion for excellent service* We are seeking energetic team members that are service and results oriented* You are team oriented, friendly and outgoing* You enjoy working in a fast paced, guest service environment* You have experience working with POS software and handling cash* You have the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure* You possess superior communication skills* You are available to work a minimum of 35 hours per week, Monday to FridaySuccessful candidates will enjoy free movies, competitive wages, comprehensive training programs, and tuition assistance. **Please note: this position will have a 40-hour work week.** **Inclusion & Diversity**Cineplex, its subsidiaries, and affiliates are equal opportunity employers with a commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from all intersectional walks of life. The collective sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent represents a significant part of our culture. By valuing a diverse workforce, we enforce hiring practices that are fair and equitable.**Accessibility**We are committed to improving access and opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent, inhibit, or restrict their access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation at any stage of our hiring process (application, interviews, assessments, and placement), please contact us at 416-323-6600 or via email at [e-mail].**Use of AI**We use AI-assisted tools to help us review applications and support parts of the recruitment process. However, every application is reviewed by our HR team, and all hiring decisions are made by our people, not by AI.**This is a new position and is being actively recruited for.****While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.****Wage ($):**$18.40/hr - $19.40/hrCAD