Pastry Cook ( PT or FT) - La Plume

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality industry seeks passionate Cooks to join a vibrant team in Toronto. As a Cook, you'll prepare meals according to high standards, ensuring cleanliness and quality in a fast-paced environment. Join us and contribute to our commitment to excellent Southern French cuisine, while enjoying a range of perks and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Gratuity Sharing

Discounted Gym Membership

Employee Assistance Program

50% Dining Discount

Training and Development Opportunities

Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

Qualifications

• 1-2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking skills.
• Ability to take direction and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated tasks from the Sous Chef and Chef.
• Maintain food preparation standards according to O&B.
• Clean food prep areas and adhere to sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Cooking Experience

Knife Handling

Food Safety

Sanitation Guidelines

Education

Culinary diploma/degree

Job description

Company Description

Located at The Well —the city’s newest destination for living, working, shopping and dining—La Plume offers unruffled Southern French fare in Toronto’s bustling King West neighbourhood. Taking inspiration from timeless French classics with a focus on rotisserie-style cooking, La Plume’s menu of expertly crafted tartares, truffle stuffed chicken and handcrafted cocktails is a match for foodies, local residents, and the corporate crowd alike. A hot spot for weekend brunch, al fresco dining, and evening drinks, La Plume oozes charm and sophistication at every turn.

What's in it for you?

• Gratuity Sharing
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• 50% dining discount for all O&B for you and up to 3 guests
• Employee referral program
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
• O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec.

Job Description

Our Cooks show inspired quality in all of their work. Their passion for food and cooking is infectious and they have a desire to serve the best every time. Cleanliness is maintained throughout service and they gladly honour guest special requests.

The Day to Day:

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to O&B standards
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
• Maintain a prep list of station duties
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• 1-2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing.

Additional Information

Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment

At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.