Line Cook

Conestoga Students; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A student association is looking for a Line Cook to join their team at the venue restaurant in Kitchener. The successful candidate will prepare food items for service while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen. This role requires strong culinary skills, customer service abilities, and the willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Ideal for students enrolled at Conestoga College, this position aims to support student success and satisfaction through quality dining experiences.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Paid Sick Days

Discounts at food services outlets

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a full-time program at Conestoga College.
• Demonstrated understanding of best practices in cooking and food preparation.
• Customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items for various meal services.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Work closely with Food Services Supervisor to ensure operational standards.

Skills

Customer service skills

Culinary competence

Cultural competence

Education

Full-time student at Conestoga College

Job description

Overview

Position: Line Cook (The Venue)

Location: Conestoga College – Doon Campus, The Venue Restaurant & Bar

Time Requirement: Up to 20 hours/week (Some evenings and weekends may be required)

Reporting to: Food Services Supervisor

Start Date: April 21, 2026

Hourly Wage: $20.65

Company overview

Conestoga Students Incorporated (CSI) was founded in 1973 and is the official student association representing more than 21,000 students at all Conestoga College campuses. All full-time fee-paying students are the owners and customers of CSI, and we are dedicated to serving the students to the best of our ability.

Conestoga Student Services Incorporated (CSSI), in close collaboration with CSI, provides the students of Conestoga College with a variety of services related to food, hospitality, and wellness.

CSI’s mission is to enhance student satisfaction and success by providing a variety of student services at a cost justified by the results. To achieve this mission, we are working to ensure students have access to skills development.

Why Join Us?

CSI is a team of enthusiastic individuals ready to assist students in their academic and professional ventures. CSI is committed to supporting its team members every step of the way through active coaching and opportunities to develop the necessary skills for all professional fields.

CSI’s student employees also have access to:

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Sick Days
• Paid time off to observe culturally significant events
• Discounts at our food services outlets
• Employee engagement activities

For more information, visit our website: https://conestogastudents.com/

Position overview

Line Cooks are responsible for preparing food items for a full-serve restaurant while maintaining a healthy and safe kitchen workspace. In the course of this work, Line Cooks will be required to use hot cooktops, sharp tools, and other cooking equipment. Occasionally, restocking and storing inventory will also be necessary.

In carrying out the duties of this position, a great deal of autonomy is exercised with final oversight by the Food Services Supervisor. It is important that the Line Cooks work closely with the Food Services Supervisor to stay up to date on the basic overall operations of the restaurant. Service to students and guests is a top priority.

You will learn to:

• Plan, prepare, and present quality food and beverages for a variety of hospitality environments in accordance with legislation as it applies to the industry.
• Apply the fundamentals of culinary theory in the preparation of foods for a variety of menus.
• Maintain a high standard of sanitation and safety in a food service establishment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catering events in accordance with provided specifications/recipes.
• Follow all specifications for ingredients and plate presentation.
• Operate cooktops and other kitchen equipment.
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment to ensure the health and safety of guests and coworkers at all times; clean and sanitize all work areas and frequently touched surfaces before and after every use, including (but not limited to): food preparation areas, cooking equipment, storage areas, floors, service areas.
• Work as a team with fellow Food Services staff.

Other general duties

• Work in accordance with CSSI policies, by-laws, and procedures, including the CSSI Mission Statement.
• Maintain professionalism and impartiality when handling sensitive personal information; confidentiality for business practices.
• Adhere to Health & Safety laws, policies, and procedures; CSSI’s dress code.
• Work in an organized manner with attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Attend meetings and committees when required; build relationships between CSSI and Conestoga College.
• Mandatory attendance at monthly staff meetings and CSSI-related training days.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working conditions

Physical demands

• May involve long periods of standing and walking. Lifting of supplies and materials up to 50 lbs may be required from time to time.

Environmental conditions

• Work primarily in an enclosed food preparation area with frequent interruptions and changing priorities. Work near hazardous kitchen equipment, including cooking ranges and sharp objects. Some work may be required after regular hours and on weekends.

Sensory demands

• May require long periods of work in a warm and busy environment.

Mental demands

• Maintain a consistent sense of urgency while handling multiple priorities within short timeframes, which can be stressful. Interactions with a wide variety of people are common.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a full-time program at Conestoga College and be a fee-paying student.
• Must be available to work up to 20 hours per week on days, evenings, and weekends as required.
• Demonstrated understanding of best practices in cooking and food preparation.
• Understanding of CSI’s food services.
• Comprehension of instructions and information related to CSI’s food services.
• Customer service skills.
• Cultural competence.
• Food Handler’s Certificate is an asset, but not required.

Student eligibility

All students in this position must:

• Be in a full-time degree, diploma, or certificate program at Conestoga College.
• Maintain a full-time course load. Part-time studies may be allowed for students registered with Accessibility Services who require a reduced load.
• For Spring term positions (May to August), students must be returning to full-time studies in the Fall term to be eligible.
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number.

International students must also:

• Hold a valid Canadian study permit that allows on-campus employment; adhere to all requirements stated on their study permit and Canadian student visa requirements.

How to apply

Application materials

• A resume, letter, or audio/video recording that provides: why you are interested, relevant skills/experiences, and whether you are willing to work at other campuses.
• If you are an international student: A Study Permit that allows on-campus work.

Additional information

This posting is for an existing vacancy within the department.

Accessibility, Diversity & Inclusion

Conestoga Students Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for employment without regard to any prohibited ground of discrimination. If you anticipate any need for accommodations, please let us know as soon as possible so we can provide a barrier-free experience.

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