Line cook

European Market; Canada; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

European Market in Canada is seeking an experienced cook (general) to prepare and oversee European cuisine operations on site. The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and leadership to supervise kitchen staff and ensure quality dishes.

We value a background in professional kitchens, 3–5 years of experience, and completion of Safe Food Handling and Food Safety certificates. Limited mobility and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation is required.
• 3–5 years of kitchen experience in a professional setting.
• Food handling and safety certificates required (Safe Food Handling, Food Safety Certificate).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods.
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
• Order supplies and equipment.
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Clean kitchen and work areas.
• Organize buffets and banquets.
• Manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Organized

Education

Secondary school graduation

Job description

LANGUAGES

English

EDUCATION

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

EXPERIENCE

3 years to less than 5 years

ON SITE

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

RESPONSIBILITIES

TASKS

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Organize buffets and banquets
• Manage kitchen operations

SUPERVISION

• Cook (general)

CREDENTIALS

• Safe Food Handling certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIALIZATION

CUISINE SPECIALTIES

• European

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player