Part Time Line Cook

Electric Diner; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local diner in Hamilton is looking for a part-time Line / Prep Cook to join their kitchen team. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience in a full-service restaurant and holds a valid Ontario Food Handler Certificate. Responsibilities include prepping ingredients, maintaining a clean work area, and collaborating with the kitchen team. Evening and weekend availability is required. Hourly pay ranges from $18.00 to $20.00.

Benefits

Casual dress

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year cooking experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Punctual, reliable, able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Available to work evenings and weekends regularly.

Responsibilities

• Prep ingredients and maintain station setup for service.
• Work the line during busy shifts with speed and precision.
• Follow food safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes.

Skills

Prep and knife skills

Ability to follow kitchen systems and specs

Punctuality and reliability

Team collaboration

Education

Valid Ontario Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Overview

We're hiring a part-time Line / Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. This role is only for experienced cooks with a background in full-service restaurants. Please do not apply if you do not meet the listed requirements.

What You'll Do

• Prep ingredients and maintain station setup for service
• Work the line during busy shifts with speed and precision
• Follow food safety protocols and maintain a clean work area
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year cooking experience in a full-service restaurant (not fast food or food court)
• Solid prep and knife skills; able to read and follow kitchen systems and specs
• Valid Ontario Food Handler Certificate (must be current)
• Punctual, reliable, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Available to work evenings and weekends on a regular basis

Please do NOT apply if

• You do not have real line cooking experience
• You do not have a valid Ontario Food Handler Certificate
• You are looking for your first job in a kitchen

To Apply

Please include a brief note with your relevant experience and availability.

We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Details

• Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
• Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits

• Casual dress

Licence / Certification

• Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Work Location

In person