Prep Cook, Full Time

RA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

RA is seeking a Prep Cook in Toronto to prepare and serve food, following local standards and regulations. You will label, measure, and prep ingredients, assist the Chef with daily schedules, and maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen while handling deliveries and stock.

Prior prep cook experience and a valid Food Handler Certificate are required; knowledge of health and safety rules is essential. Hourly wage starts at $27.93 with compensation based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a prep cook required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• Able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Team player with effective communication skills.
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure.
• Training from a culinary school will be an asset.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and serve customers in accordance with local standards.
• Obtain daily production schedule from the Chef.
• Label and stock ingredients on shelves.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings for cooking.
• Prepare ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat.
• Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads and entrees.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen; wash dishes and sanitize surfaces.
• Ensure all items are stored properly and sanitation guidelines are followed.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.
• Receive deliveries and check items for quality and accuracy.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication skills

Positive under pressure

Physical ability

Education

Certificate from a recognized cooking school

Job description

Description

The hourly wage for this position is $27.93. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process. Prepares food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

How you will make an impact:

You will be responsible for preparing food and serving customers in accordance with applicable local standards, guidelines and regulations.

As a Prep Cook, you will:

• Obtain daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
• Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc.
• Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Comply sanitation guidelines
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
• Responsible for receiving deliveries, checking items for quality and accuracy,

About you:

• Previous experience as a prep cook required
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school
• You must have a valid Food Handler Certificate or provincial equivalent
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
• Able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
• A team player with effective communication skills
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure
• Training from a culinary school will be an asset
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position