Food Service Team Member

Bento Inc.; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Bento Inc. in Ontario is hiring Food Service Team Members to prepare high-quality sushi, track production, and assist with inventory in a fast-paced retail kitchen. Full training is provided; sushi experience is not required.

You will collaborate with store staff to maintain safety and a consistent guest experience. This role offers full-time or part-time hours starting immediately at 17.95 CAD per hour, with health benefits and retirement plans for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Food service experience required; sushi experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and hygiene standards.
• Ability to lift up to 20 kg and stand for extended periods.
• Food Handler Certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi and other menu items according to company recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations and maintain logs.
• Track daily production and assist in kitchen operations.
• Receive, check, and organize inventory, and assist with ordering.
• Work closely with store staff and management to ensure smooth sushi bar operations.
• Use Bento operations tools to update production, inventory, and other data.
• Maintain Bento customer experience standards.

Skills

Food service experience

Teamwork

Communication

Technology literacy

Physical stamina

Job description

Join Team Bento and be a part of our group of companies which operates more than 12000 locations globally. With operations across Canada and United States, Bento brings together a dynamic team of people with diverse backgrounds, experience, and talent, to create an exceptional guest experience.

Location and hours

• Loblaws: 5121 Haliburton County Rd 21, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0 | Sunday to Saturday

Responsibilities

Food Service Team Members play a key role in preparing high-quality sushi while ensuring food safety standards, tracking production, managing inventory, and collaborating with store employees in a fast-paced environment. Full training is provided; prior sushi experience is not required.

• Prepare sushi and other menu items according to company recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations and maintain accurate logs.
• Track daily production and assist in kitchen operations.
• Receive, check, and organize inventory, and assist with ordering.
• Work closely with store staff and management to ensure smooth sushi bar operations.
• Use Bento operations tools to update production, inventory, and other data.
• Maintain Bento customer experience standards.

Qualifications

• Food service experience required; sushi experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and hygiene standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Comfortable using basic technology for communication and training.
• Ability to lift up to 20 kg (45 lbs).
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Food Handler Certification is an asset.

Why you should join our team:

• Full-Time/Part-Time starting immediately at $17.95/hour.
• Power of Collaboration: Live our core values - "Own it", "Care about it", "Make it exceptional", and "Win together" - as we work together to create better food for everyone, the Japanese way.
• Competitive Rewards: Upon meeting eligibility criteria reap the benefits of a comprehensive group health benefits, and retirement plans that recognize your outstanding contribution.
• Ignite Your Potential: Fuel your growth with extensive training and opportunities for career advancement, empowering you to unleash your full potential.
• Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion thrive, empowering every voice to be heard and celebrated through meaningful initiatives and programs.
• Drive Sustainable Impact: As part of our dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, we actively promote sustainable practices and initiatives to create a positive impact on our environment and communities.

For more information about Bento and our opportunities, please visit www.bentosushi.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates elected for an interview will be contacted. Special consideration will be given to applicants with previous experience working as a; sushi chef, sushi maker, sushi cook, prep cook, line cook, server, crew member and customer service.

We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

This posting is for current vacancy. We use automated system, including artificial intelligence to support the review of applications. All candidates are also reviewed by our hiring team.