Line cook / Station Chef

Alberni Valley Employment Centre; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Alberni Valley is seeking a cook to join their team. This role offers a starting wage of $18-$20 per hour, with opportunities for growth and advancement. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, demonstrating creativity and a passion for food. Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining hygiene, and engaging with customers, all while working closely with a team.

Qualifications

• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain kitchen hygiene.
• Passion for food preparation and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and maintain standard portion sizes.
• Prepare ingredients and maintain freshness of products.
• Engage with customers in an open kitchen environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Creativity

Attention to detail

Job description

Wage 18-20 starting wage dependant on experience plus equal share tip pool (6 to 9 / hr, fluctuates seasonally). Wage negotiable for the right candidate. 30 to 40 hrs per week depending on availability. Opportunities for growth and advancement. Hours of service are 8 am to 2 pm (Have your summer afternoons off!)

Responsibilities :

• Following recipes, policies, procedures, and standard portion sizes.
• Preparing ingredients and components of each recipe on the menu, maintaining freshness of product.
• Working with a team of cooks to handle varying levels of activity, maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe workspace at all times.
• Being aware of and following all kitchen health and safety regulations and guidelines.
• Exhibiting professional and responsible conduct.
• Being comfortable in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• We are an open kitchen requiring friendly engagement with customers and front of house. Small kitchen requires a great deal of communication, working in close proximity to other kitchen staff, and a high level of personal hygiene is important.
• The ideal candidate takes pride in the way food is prepared and presented to the patrons. They are able to take direction and feedback and catch on to new tasks quickly.
• A person who has a passion for creativity and food could thrive in this position with opportunities to create daily specials, soups, and new menu items.