Line Cook / Prep Cook

Labor Tek; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food service industry is looking for a Prep / Line Cook to assist in preparing and cooking high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The role requires strong knife skills, knowledge of food safety practices, and the ability to work collaboratively. Responsibilities include food preparation, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in basic cooking techniques.
• Understanding food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items for meal service according to recipes.
• Work with kitchen staff to prepare, cook, and plate dishes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Knife skills

Food hygiene understanding

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Job description

The Prep / Line Cook is responsible for assisting in the preparation and cooking of high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This role involves chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, and cooking menu items to ensure timely service. The ideal candidate should possess strong knife skills, a good understanding of food safety practices, and the ability to work collaboratively with kitchen staff. Attention to detail and the ability to follow recipes accurately are essential for maintaining the restaurant’s standards of quality and presentation.

Salary : $19.00 to $23.00 / hour

Job Types : Full-time & Part-time

Job responsibilites

• Prepare items for meal service according to recipes and ingredients listed with and as per the defined presentation, seasoning and portion size
• Work with restaurant kitchen staff to prepare, cook and plate all dishes on our menu
• Complete end of shift cleaning every shift
• Be in compliance with all health and safety regulations by ensuring adherence to all sanitary and safe food handling guidelines at all times
• Control and record all food waste
• Ensure that food is stored appropriately with covering, no cross contamination risk and dated for rotation.”
• Maintain proper personal hygiene including clean controlled hair and appropriate head covering
• Help maintain a cohesive, cooperative work environment by always being cooperative and positive in actions and speech within the department and inter-departmentally

Job requirements

• Proficiency in basic cooking techniques and knife skills
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to follow recipes and presentation standards accurately
• Capability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items as needed