Pasta Chef / Pasta Cook

Food World Plus; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Food World Plus in Mississauga is seeking a reliable Pasta Chef/Pasta Cook to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will prepare and cook a variety of pasta dishes, sauces, vegetables, and other items while maintaining high standards of quality, presentation, cleanliness, and food safety.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen, in a restaurant, café, or grocery store setting, and knowledge of fresh ingredients and made-to-order pasta.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of pasta cook experience or similar kitchen role.
• Experience in restaurant, café, grocery store kitchen, or prepared foods environment is an asset.
• Practical knowledge of pasta preparation and different pasta sauces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of pasta dishes according to recipes and customer orders.
• Prepare pasta sauces, vegetables, toppings, and proteins.
• Cook different types of pasta to proper texture and consistency.
• Follow recipes, portion sizes, and food presentation standards.
• Maintain taste, quality and appearance of dishes.
• Keep cooking station clean, organized, and stocked.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and hygiene procedures.
• Assist with inventory and kitchen organization.
• Communicate with kitchen team about orders and prep requirements.

Skills

Pasta cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Job description

Food World Plus is looking for a reliable and skilled Pasta Chef / Pasta Cook to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of pasta dishes, sauces, vegetables, and other food items while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and food safety.

The ideal candidate has experience working in a restaurant, café, grocery store kitchen, prepared foods department, or similar food-service environment. Experience with fresh ingredients and made-to-order pasta dishes is an asset.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a variety of pasta dishes according to recipes and customer orders.

Prepare pasta sauces, vegetables, toppings, proteins, and other ingredients.

Cook different types of pasta to the proper texture and consistency.

Prepare ingredients and sauces for daily kitchen operations.

Follow recipes, portion sizes, and food presentation standards.

Maintain consistent taste, quality, and appearance of all dishes.

Keep the cooking station clean, organized, and properly stocked.

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene procedures.

Monitor the freshness and quality of ingredients.

Properly store, label, and rotate food products.

Assist with inventory, food preparation, and kitchen organization.

Handle customer orders accurately and efficiently.

Communicate with kitchen team members regarding orders and preparation requirements.

Assist other kitchen staff when required.

Support daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.

Perform other kitchen duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

Candidates should have practical knowledge of preparing pasta dishes and be familiar with at least three common types of pasta sauces:

Tomato-Based Sauces: Marinara, tomato basil, arrabbiata, and similar sauces.

Cream-Based Sauces: Alfredo and other cream-based pasta sauces.

Oil-Based Sauces: Aglio e olio, garlic and olive oil-based sauces, and similar preparations.

Knowledge of pesto, Bolognese/meat sauce, and other Italian-style sauces is considered an asset.

Experience/Qualifications

2–3 years of experience as a Pasta Cook, Cook, Line Cook, Pasta Chef, or similar kitchen role.

Previous experience in a restaurant, café, grocery store kitchen, prepared-foods department, or food-service environment is an asset.

Practical knowledge of pasta preparation, cooking techniques, and different types of pasta sauces.

Knowledge of Italian-style dishes and experience preparing fresh pasta or made-to-order meals is an asset.

Knowledge of food preparation, portion control, food presentation, and maintaining consistent food quality.

Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and proper food-handling procedures.

Experience working with fresh vegetables, herbs, meats, cheeses, and other pasta ingredients is an asset.

Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and portion standards accurately.

Ability to work efficiently in a busy, high-volume kitchen environment.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and cleanliness.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good communication and organizational skills.

Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.

Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.

What's in it for you? (Salary, Commissions & Benefits)

On-site work in Mississauga, ON — join a collaborative team in a dedicated office environment.

Competitive base salary — stable, predictable pay as the core of your compensation package.