Line Cook - Canoe

Oliverbonacini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacine is seeking skilled cooks for our fine dining venues in Toronto. The role focuses on high-volume food preparation, precise execution of recipes, and adherence to O&B standards. Candidates must be able to stand for long periods and work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Wage ranges from $18 to $20 per hour. A Food Handlers Certificate is an asset, and there is a strong emphasis on safety and hygiene in all kitchen tasks.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing.
• Available evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager.
• Day to day food preparation of the event space according to O&B standards.
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant.
• Maintain a prep list of station duties.
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness.
• Assist in food inventory and control.
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items.
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines.
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.

Skills

Cooking fundamentals

Under pressure

Standing for long periods

Evenings/weekends/holidays

Education

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Our Cooks show inspired quality in all of their work. Their passion for food and cooking is infectious and they have a desire to serve the best every time. Cleanliness is maintained throughout service and they gladly honour guest special requests.

THE DAY TO DAY:

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the event space according to O&B standards
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
• Maintain a prep list of station duties
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

2-3 years in a fine dining, high volume restaurant

Food Handlers Certificate is an asset.

Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.

Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.

Able to spend 100% of the time standing

Available evenings, weekends, and holidays

Legally eligible to work in Canada

This is a current vacancy

Wage: $18 - $20/hr

AI Disclosure

To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation

Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate