Grill Cook - La Plume

Oliver & Bonacini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount at O&B restaurants

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini’s La Plume in The Well is hiring Cooks to join a bustling, design-forward dining team. You will set up the grill station, prepare proteins, and cook to requested temperatures while maintaining station cleanliness and food safety.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of experience in fast-paced kitchens, strong knife skills, and a food handler certification. Evening/weekend availability is required; Canadian eligibility is necessary.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years cooking in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Grill or line experience with ability to cook proteins to temp.
• Good knife skills and professional cooking techniques.
• Food Handler Certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock grill station before service; clean at close.
• Prepare, season and portion proteins and vegetables for the grill.
• Cook steaks, seafood, poultry and vegetables to requested doneness.
• Support expeditor and line team to keep service running smoothly.
• Follow recipes, portions, and presentation standards.

Skills

Grill experience

Line experience

Food safety knowledge

Strong communication

Knife skills

Able to lift 50 lbs

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 bring inspired quality to everything they do. Their passion for food and cooking is infectious, and they’re driven to serve the very best, every time. They keep their station spotless throughout service and are happy to honour guests’ special requests.

The day to day:

• Set up and stock the grill station before service, and break down and clean it at close
• Prepare, season and portion proteins, vegetables and accompaniments for the grill
• Cook steaks, seafood, poultry and vegetables to the requested doneness, using a thermometer to confirm safe internal temperatures
• Manage multiple orders at once and time dishes so they reach the pass with the rest of the table
• Communicate clearly with the expeditor and line team to keep service running smoothly
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation standards set by the restaurant
• Maintain a prep list for the station and keep par levels stocked throughout service
• Prepare food for the restaurant and event space according to O&B standards
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness and reduce waste
• Properly label, date and store all prepped items
• Assist with food inventory, ordering and cost control
• Help receive, check and store deliveries
• Clean and maintain the grill, grates, flat-top and other station equipment, and report any maintenance issues
• Keep prep areas, equipment and utensils clean, and strictly follow sanitation, food safety and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly follow WHMIS and SDS guidelines
• Carry out tasks delegated by the Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant, event or catering kitchen
• Grill or line experience, with confidence cooking proteins to temperature
• Culinary diploma or degree is an asset
• Solid knife skills and a good understanding of professional cooking techniques
• Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain it)
• Takes direction well and stays calm, focused and organized under pressure
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Able to stand for a full shift and lift up to 50 lbs
• Available evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy

Hourly wage: 19.50$ / hour

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