Prep Cook

Workstream; Oakville; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream in Oakville, Ontario is seeking a kitchen team member responsible for preparing food per restaurant standards and recipes. You will follow the Steps of Service to create a memorable guest experience and maintain consistent quality in every dish.

Role emphasizes hospitality, working in a fast-paced environment, handling food safely, and collaborating with teammates to deliver fresh handmade components like mozzarella, pasta, focaccia, ½ lb signature meatballs, sauces, and desserts

Qualifications

• English communication skills, written and verbal.
• Available to work all restaurant hours as needed.
• Food Handler Certification desirable.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Able to perform basic math tasks.
• Previous restaurant experience or culinary education is an asset.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to restaurant standards and recipes.
• Follow the Steps of Service to create a memorable guest experience.
• Maintain consistent quality and collaborate with team members to deliver fresh items.

Skills

English communication

Basic math

Follow directions

Education

Culinary education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Job Summary:

This role is responsible for the preparation of food with regard to the standards and recipes of the restaurant. Follows the Steps of SIRvice to create a memorable, unique, and exceptional Guest Experience providing consistent service as we master the Art of Hospitality by delivering an authentic, craveable experience for every Guest, every time.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to bend at the waist and lift items up to 50 lbs. to waist level.
• Ability to move items up to 50 lbs. for distances of up to 25 feet.
• Ability to remain standing and active for an 8-12 hour shift.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to cold (below -18°C) and hot temperatures (above 60°C) throughout the shift.
• Ability to hear, understand, and respond to Team Members’ requests in a loud environment.
• Skill and coordination at using hands to perform kitchen duties, such as cutting vegetables and preparing menu items.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate in English, verbally, and in writing.
• Available to work all restaurants operating hours based on said set availability.
• Food Handler Certification is desirable.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Previous restaurant experience or culinary education is an asset.
• Ability to understand and follow directions from others.

We’re inspired by Italian passion and generosity. We like tables crowded with friends and family. Style without attitude. And of course, excellent cuisine.
In true Italian fashion, we rely on fresh ingredients. Anything that we can make from scratch, we do. Our hand-stretched mozzarella is made-to-order everyday. We also make our own pasta, focaccia bread, ½ lb signature meatballs, sauces and desserts – each and every day