Line Cook - State & Main Gloucester

State-; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dining discount

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Career advancement

Energetic team

Job summary

State & Main Kitchen + Bar in Ottawa is seeking a Line/Prep Cook to join a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare and cook menu items, assist with prep, and help maintain a clean, safe workspace while ensuring consistent quality.

We offer competitive pay, employee dining discounts, flexible scheduling and growth opportunities within a company that owns Canada’s iconic restaurant brands.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience is an asset; training available.
• Passion for cooking and presenting great dishes.
• Attention to detail and pride in presentation.
• Team player with ability to stay organized under pressure.
• Commitment to a clean and safe kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to specification.
• Assist in prepping ingredients and setting up stations.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and food safety standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Monitor stock and assist with inventory to minimize waste.
• Work efficiently to meet kitchen demands during busy shifts.
• Assist with cleaning tasks and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cooking

Attention to detail

Team player

Organization under pressure

Food safety

Job description

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 3:59 AM

We're hiring! At State & Main Kitchen + Bar, we bring elevated comfort food, handcrafted cocktails and a vibrant downtown atmosphere to your neighbourhood—because great dining should always be close to home. Whether it's Happy Hour, date night or a casual catch-up, State & Main is the perfect place to Get Together.

Our success starts with our team. We hire genuine, hardworking people who thrive in a fun, fast-paced environment where hospitality comes first. From front-of-house to back-of-house, every team member plays a role in delivering an experience that keeps guests coming back. We offer growth opportunities, hands-on training and a supportive team culture that strives to make an impact every day.

Line/Prep Cook Opportunity - Be Part of Our Team!

Your Role

We're looking for aLine/Prep Cook who loves creating delicious dishes and thrives in a fast-paced kitchen. You'll play a key role in preparing high-quality meals that keep our guests coming back. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about food, we'd love to have you on board!

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Pay range: $17.60-$19.00
• Employee dining discount at participating Recipe brands
• Flexible scheduling so you can balance work and life
• Growth and development opportunities to build your skills within the restaurant
• Career advancement with a company that owns some of Canada's most iconic restaurant brands
• A fun, energetic team environment where every shift is dynamic and engaging

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items to specification, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
• Assist in prepping ingredients and setting up stations, following recipes and kitchen guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met.
• Collaborate with your kitchen team, communicating effectively to ensure smooth service during busy shifts.
• Monitor food stock and supplies, assisting with inventory management and minimizing waste.
• Work efficiently to meet kitchen demands, ensuring orders are prepared quickly without sacrificing quality.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning tasks and equipment maintenance as required.

What You Bring

• Previous kitchen experience is an asset, but we're happy to train the right person.
• A passion for cooking and creating consistently great dishes.
• Attention to detail and pride in presentation.
• Ability to work well with a team and support others.
• Comfort in a fast-paced environment and staying organized under pressure.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe kitchen.

Some opportunities may exist with our Franchise partners, which are independently owned and operated.

At State & Main, our core value is "Taking Care of People." We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every individual is valued and supported. Our commitment to this value shapes how we build our teams, support our franchisees, and ensure everyone can reach their full potential. We are also committed to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. If you require an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] .