Prep Cook

Cowbell Brewing Co.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the brewing industry is seeking a Prep Cook to assist with day-to-day food preparation and service. The role involves operating a station during service, ensuring quality standards are met, and working in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills and a willingness to obtain a Safe Food Handling certificate.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential kitchen functions satisfactorily.
• Willingness to obtain or already hold a Safe Food Handling certificate.
• Effective communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine kitchen tasks such as cleaning and organizing.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping vegetables, and cutting meat.
• Maintain and store food according to health and safety standards.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Reporting to the Chef, Prep Cooks are responsible for day-to-day food preparation and service. This role involves operating a station before and during service to ensure quality standards are met. As a prep cook, you will assist with daily specials, seasonal menus, food preparation, and scheduled service periods. The role requires working in a fast-paced, stressful environment, requiring quick thinking and strong problem-solving skills.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Chef, perform routine kitchen tasks such as dishes, cleaning, and organizing.
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves and in fridges for organization and accessibility.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping vegetables, and cutting meat.
• Operate culinary equipment safely, understanding that such tools can be dangerous and require proper care and PPE.
• Maintain and store food and kitchen products according to health and safety standards.
• Ensure freshness and quality of all menu items.
• Keep workstations sanitized, stocked, clean, and organized.
• Work as required during weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to perform essential kitchen functions satisfactorily.
• Willingness to obtain or already hold a Safe Food Handling certificate.
• Effective communication skills in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read, write, and follow procedures.

Working Conditions

• The job involves physically demanding tasks such as standing for long hours, repetitive motions, chopping, and cooking, with exposure to hot and cold environments and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• The environment may include smoke, heat, airborne particles, and loud noises typical of a busy kitchen. Work requires concentration, attention to detail, and high accuracy.

Blyth Brewing & Distilling Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We accommodate applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.