Line Cook / Demi 2

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Ontario is hiring a Hotel Line Cook to prepare high-quality meals while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. Ideal candidates will have prior kitchen experience or culinary training, strong teamwork abilities, and a valid Food Handlers certificate. This position also offers competitive wages and full-time associates can access a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage and tuition assistance. Join a company that values diversity, personal development, and work-life balance.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Discounted hotel rates

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a professional kitchen or culinary training preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Must possess valid Food Handlers certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following brand recipe cards.
• Cook orders according to guest requests and dietary needs.
• Operate kitchen equipment including ovens and grills.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of ingredients for daily operations.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized for meal service.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Culinary training

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Description

We are hiring a Hotel Line Cook

Great Opportunity to bring your culinary skills to one of North America’s fastest growing hospitality companies – Concord Hospitality Enterprises. This position of hotel Cook means you’ll be tempting the palettes of our guests with your attention to detail in presentation, quality, and safe serving temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following brand recipe cards and portion guidelines
• Cook orders according to guest requests and special dietary needs with a positive attitude
• Operate kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers
• Prepare visually appealing plate and platter presentations
• Serve food in accurate portions using appropriate receptacles
• Prepare customized food orders and assist with food placement on steam and cold tables
• Wash, peel, portion, chop, and store ingredients properly
• Maintain sufficient inventory of ingredients and supplies to support daily operations
• Assist in the development and implementation of new menu items
• Inspect kitchen tools and equipment before and after use to ensure cleanliness and functionality
• Ensure the kitchen is clean, organized, and ready for the next meal service
• Support the setup and breakdown of workstations and action stations
• Label and document all food containers with proper rotation practices per SOP
• Adhere to safety standards at all times
• Be proactive in managing pars, preparing food, and maintaining equipment to prevent service disruptions
• Provide courteous, prompt, and friendly assistance to guests
• Collaborate with the supervisor to review performance and adjust goals or objectives as needed
• Work closely with team members to maintain a smooth and efficient kitchen operation
• Report to work on time in a clean, complete uniform, ready to serve

Qualiftications

• Prior experience in a professional kitchen or culinary training preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Must possess valid Food Handlers certificate.

Here are some reasons our associates like working for us:

Benefits (Full Time Associates only)

We offer competitive wages. Full-time associates are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefit package, which includes medical/dental/vision plans, life insurance, ST/LT disability options, tuition assistance, discounted room rates at Concord managed hotels, plus training & development and career advancement opportunities.

Why Concord?

Concord Hospitality invests in its associates by providing training and development at all levels, from interns to executive leaders. Our “Associate First” culture supports and inspires personal development both within the workplace and beyond. Our associates are what our company is built on, and we are proud to recognize them for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We value work life balance, diversity, and our commitment to provide the best customer service and quality accommodations in every market we exist. Concord is built on 5 cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability and FUN! Our associates say it best with our national company cheer heard throughout North America ---

“We Are Concord!” We support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a “Great Place to Work for All.