Prep Cook Moxies Bayers Lake

Workstream; Halifax; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Moxies is seeking a Prep Cook to join our busy kitchen. You will assist in daily prep, ensuring consistency, quality, and fast output while maintaining a clean workstation in a high-energy restaurant setting.

Qualified candidates will have a background in full-service dining, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a full-service restaurant is asset.
• Impeccable attention to detail.
• Energetic and positive.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Possess basic food handling and preparation knowledge.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage freshly made prep recipes daily.
• Ensure company food preparation specifications are met, while executing appropriate food handling protocols.
• Maintain the quality of each dish while ensuring a speedy output.
• Uphold cleanliness of workstation.
• Support in all areas of the kitchen.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Work under pressure

Food handling knowledge

Job description

Prep Cook

Our people are the heart and soul of our business, and we are looking for enthusiastic, upbeat, and hard-working people to join our team. As a Prep Cook, you can craft your skills and gain experience working in a fast-paced, structured environment. While learning from an incredible team of culinary leaders, you use strong communication and consistent momentum to successfully provide guests with a chance to enjoy high-quality food in a friendly environment.

Our restaurants are industry leaders in team development and offer unique opportunities for personal growth, regardless of where you are at in your career. You will be sure to make meaningful, career-enhancing connections and lifelong friends along the way.

Our menu, continuously developed by our Executive Chef, features globally inspired flavors and fresh, high quality ingredients. Our passion for the culinary arts and hospitality is evident in our menu, but also in our teams. Both our culinary and front of house staff members are made of people who work to make memorable experiences for our guests, from handcrafted dishes to flawless table service, focused on excellence in every detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage freshly made prep recipes daily
• Ensure company food preparation specifications are met, while executing appropriate food handling protocols
• Maintain the quality of each dish while ensuring a speedy output
• Uphold cleanliness of workstation
• Support in all areas of the kitchen

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in a full-service restaurant considered to be an asset
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Energetic and positive
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Possess basic food handling and preparation knowledge
• Able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Opportunities

With our company, you will have the chance to:

• Gain valuable experience in time management and communication
• Expand your network with new connections
• Advance your people skills
• Grow your career in our rapidly expanding company
• Learn about opportunities for taking part in new restaurant opens across Canada and the USA

From handcrafted dishes to signature cocktails and award-winning hospitality. Moxies has invited our guests to savour the moment across 50+ locations in Canada and in the United States for more than 30 years.
Drawing inspiration from his experience in a Michelin-recognized restaurant and designing the menu for the James Beard House Canada 150th celebration, Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson delivers culinary excellence under a commitment to the craft of cooking and the personal mantra, “if it isn’t right, it doesn’t leave the kitchen.” Chef Brandon has created an entire menu of artfully crafted, fresh flavours exclusive to Moxies. All served in a captivating ambience by a team dedicated to making Moxies the best part of your day.