Line Cook

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

Job summary

A student services organization in Waterloo is hiring a Line Cook for The Venue Restaurant. The role involves preparing meals, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and working up to 20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. Candidates should be enrolled full-time at Conestoga College and possess strong cooking and customer service skills. The position offers competitive wages and is ideal for those pursuing culinary experience in a busy environment.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Paid Sick Days

Paid time off to observe culturally significant events

Discounts at food services outlets

Employee engagement activities

Qualifications

• Must be available to work up to 20 hours per week on various shifts.
• Food Handler’s Certificate is a great asset, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items for various meals and events.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen workspace.
• Follow specifications for ingredients and plate presentation.

Skills

Best practices in cooking and food preparation

Customer service skills

Cultural competence

Education

Enrolled in a full-time program at Conestoga College

Job description

Line Cook (The Venue)

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 21st, 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.

BENEFITS

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

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 overview by the Food Services Supervisor. It is also important that the Line Cooks work extremely closely with the Food Services Supervisor to ensure that they are up to date on the basic overall operations of the restaurant. In all activities, it is crucial that the Line Cooks recognize that service to students and guests is a top priority.

YOU WILL LEARN TO:

• Plan, prepare, and present quality food and beverage 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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and cook food items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catering events in accordance with the 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 & safety of guests and coworkers at all times; clean and sanitize all work areas and frequently touched surfaces before and after every use, including food preparation area, cooking equipment, storage areas, floors, service areas.
• Work as a team with fellow Food Services staff.

OTHER GENERAL DUTIES

• Work in accordance with corporate by‑laws, policies, and procedures, particularly with the CSSI Mission Statement.
• Practice professionalism and impartiality when handling sensitive personal information.
• Maintain confidentiality for business practices.
• Strict adherence to Health & Safety laws, policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to CSSI’s work attire standards.
• Work in an organized manner where detail, accuracy, and confidentiality are critical.
• Attend meetings and committees when required.
• Work with members of the College to build strong 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

• This position may spend long periods of time standing and walking. Lifting of supplies and materials up to 50 lbs may also be required from time to time.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• This position performs work primarily in an enclosed food preparation area and is faced with frequent interruptions and changing priorities. Work is also required with and near hazardous kitchen equipment, including (but not limited to) a cooking range and sharp objects. Some work may be required after regular hours and on weekends.

SENSORY DEMANDS

• This position may require long periods of work in a warm and busy environment.

MENTAL DEMANDS

• This position is expected to maintain a consistent sense of urgency while completing multiple competing priorities within short timeframes, which can cause significant stress. The incumbent also deals with a wide variety of people on various issues.

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.
• Must demonstrate the following:
  • Deep understanding of best practices in cooking and food preparation.
  • Understanding of CSSI’s food services.
  • Comprehension of instructions and information relating to CSSI’s food services.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Cultural competence.
• Food Handler’s Certificate is a great 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 and maintain a full‑time course load. Part‑time studies may be allowed for students who are registered with Accessibility Services and 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 hold a valid Canadian study permit that allows on‑campus employment, adhere to all requirements stated on their study permit, and adhere to all Canadian student visa requirements.

HOW TO APPLY

Application Materials

• A resume, letter, or audio/video recording that provides the following information:
  • Why you are interested in this position.
  • What skills and/or experiences you have that you feel would be helpful in this position.
  • Whether you are willing and able to perform work at other campuses.
• For international students: A Study Permit that allows you to work on campus during the applicable term.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This posting is for an existing vacancy within the department.

ACCESSIBILITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Conestoga Students Inc. is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment without regard to any prohibited ground of discrimination. If you anticipate any need for accommodations for disabilities in the process of applying, interviewing, or working, please feel free to let us know as soon as possible and at any time so that we are most equipped to provide a barrier‑free experience.

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