Cook (Part Time)

Granite Club; Toronto; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted GoodLife Fitness membership

Preferred auto/home insurance rates

Employee cafeteria access

Complimentary indoor parking

Vibrant employee events

Job summary

The Granite Club is seeking a part-time Cook to independently run a station in any kitchen outlet and handle various cooking positions across the club. The role involves mise-en-place, garnishing, portion control, and maintaining station cleanliness.

Qualifications include 3 years of cooking experience or an apprenticeship, a culinary diploma, and fluency in English. Availability for all shifts, including nights and weekends, is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years external cooking experience or 3 years as an Apprentice Cook at The Granite Club.
• Culinary diploma/degree required or in process of attaining.
• Food Handling Certification an asset.
• Must be able to read, write & speak English fluently.
• Must be available for all shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stocks securely under correct conditions.
• Ensure mise-en-place is freshly prepared and on time for service.
• Ensure dishes reach the hot plate correctly garnished and seasoned, proper portion and plate.
• Food preparations meet specifications, quantity & quality with safety standards.
• Maintain station organization and cleanliness.
• Work across multiple outlets with training and supervision.

Skills

English fluency

Physical stamina

Education

Culinary diploma/degree

Food handling certification

Job description

The Granite Club is looking for a part time Cook who will be responsible for running a station in any kitchen outlet independently. An individual in this position will be able to handle various cooking positions within the Club.

What’s in it For You?

• Collaborative & Engaging Work Environment: Join a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounted memberships at GoodLife Fitness, as well as preferred rates on auto and home insurance.
• Vibrant Employee Events: Participate in a variety of inclusive and exciting events that celebrate our culture.
• On-Site Culinary Experience: Access to healthy, delicious meals daily at our Employee Cafeteria.
• Convenient Indoor Parking: Complimentary indoor parking to make your commute easier.

Primary Responsibilities

Technical / Culinary

• To ensure all stocks are being kept securely and under the correct conditions
• Ensure that all mise-en-place is always freshly prepared and on time for service
• Ensure that all dishes reach the hot plate or pass correctly garnished and seasoned, correct portion, size, and served on the appropriate service plate
• Ensure all food preparations are being prepared to the correct specifications, quantity & quality, food handling safety requirements and are correctly seasoned
• Maintain station organization and cleanliness
• Able to work in all outlets including, but not limited to: Elements, Hearth, The Cravery, Intersections, Events, 1875, Commissary, Production and Rainbow Cafe with correct training and supervision
• When working behind a buffet, food ingredient knowledge and food preparation must be known when dealing with Members
• Understand and be able to speak confidently when serving members behind a buffet or station.
• Follow the lead of Demi Chef de Parties, Chef de Parties and Food & Beverage management
• Follow standard operating procedures and mise en place lists to ensure successful service and production needs.

Communication

• Ensure that any anticipated food and supply shortages are communicated promptly to the Sous Chef or Executive Chef
• Must maintain food & beverage specifications
• Responsible for completing handovers at the beginning and ending of each shift
• Attend departmental meetings as required

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of external cooking experience or 3 years as an Apprentice Cook at the Granite Club is required
• Culinary diploma/degree required or in process of attaining
• Food Handling Certification an asset
• Must be able to read, write & speak English fluently
• Preferred baking experience
• Ability to manage under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs and stand for a full shift.
• Must be available for all shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is $23.15.