Line Cook

St. Larry's Pub; Kingston; On-site; CAD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Campus environment

Seasonal menu ideas

Part-time schedule

Job summary

The Current seeks a skilled Line Cook to prepare high-quality breakfast and lunch items for our student-owned campus café. You will follow recipes, maintain a clean kitchen, and ensure all food is prepared safely and stored properly.

Ideal candidates will have café/restaurant line cook experience, a Food Handler Certification, and the ability to work mornings and weekdays. This position offers part-time hours and in-person work on campus.

Qualifications

• Previous line cook or kitchen experience in café/restaurant environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and safe handling procedures.
• Food Handler Certification is required.
• Ability to work mornings, weekdays, and events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of breakfast and lunch items.
• Follow production schedules to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
• Prepare ingredients, wash, chop, measure, and organize for service.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and food prep area.
• Handle food safely, label, store and monitor inventory.
• Assist with receiving, rotating, and FIFO inventory practices.
• Support daily opening and closing duties and team collaboration.

Skills

Food safety

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Job Title:

Line Cook

Location:

The Current

Position Type:

Part-Time (24 hrs per week)

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$18/hr

Resume and Cover Letter Accepted By:

Email – [e-mail]

Subject Line: The Current - Line Cook

Job Purpose:

The Current is seeking a skilled, reliable, and motivated Line Cook to prepare high-quality breakfast and lunch menu items for our student-owned and operated on-campus café. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing food to established recipes and standards, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring all food is prepared, handled, and stored in accordance with food safety, sanitation, and public health standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a variety of breakfast and lunch menu items, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Follow daily production schedules to ensure fresh food is available while minimizing waste.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, measuring, and organizing food items for service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen and food preparation area.
• Ensure all food is prepared, stored, labeled, and handled in accordance with food safety regulations and best practices.
• Adhere to all public health, sanitation, and workplace health and safety standards.
• Monitor inventory of food products and kitchen supplies and communicate restocking needs to management.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts of food production items.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any maintenance or equipment concerns as needed.
• Assist in developing new menu items, daily features, and seasonal offerings.
• Maintain consistent food quality, portioning, and presentation standards.
• Complete daily cleaning, opening, and closing duties as required.
• Work collaboratively with café staff to support efficient daily operations and provide excellent customer service during service periods.
• Assist with receiving, rotating, and properly storing deliveries using FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices.

Qualifications

• Previous line cook or commercial kitchen experience in a café, restaurant, or food service environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation practices, and safe food handling procedures.
• Food Handler Certification.
• Experience preparing breakfast and lunch menu items in a fast-paced environment is considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs) and stand for extended periods.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work mornings, weekdays, and occasional special events as required.

What We Offer

• A consistent 24-hour work week.
• A welcoming and supportive campus work environment.
• Opportunities to contribute creative menu ideas and seasonal features.
• The chance to be part of a student-focused café that values quality, community, and service.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person