Second Cook (Permanent, Part-Time)

Donalda Club; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A premier private club in Toronto is seeking a passionate Second Cook for part-time, permanent role in a dynamic kitchen environment. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality dishes, maintaining sanitation standards, and collaborating with the Executive Chef. Ideal candidates will have culinary training and experience in high-volume settings. We offer complimentary staff meals and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Complimentary staff meals

Complimentary parking

Wellness Spending Account

Paid Sick/Wellness days

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of cooking experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Smart Serve Certificate preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality dishes and manage food truck operations.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and assist with kitchen inventory.
• Support junior kitchen staff and maintain workstation cleanliness.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork abilities

Cooking experience

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Education

Post-secondary culinary training

Job description

Don Mills, North York, ON M3A 2Z7, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 4:00 AM

CAREER OPPORTUNITY:

SECOND COOK (PERMANENT, PART TIME)

Expected shift coverage: Mid to closing shift, 12PM - 10PM or 11AM - 9:00 PM

Donalda Club, one of Toronto’s premier private clubs, is looking for a skilled and motivated Second Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team. If you are passionate about high-quality food preparation, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and are eager to develop your culinary skills, we want to hear from you!

As aSecond Cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes, assisting in buffet setup and service, and maintainingsuperior sanitation and food safety standards. You will also play a key role in supporting kitchen operations and ensuring smooth service for our members and guests.

What We Offer:

• Complimentary staff meals
• Complimentary parking
• Hourly rate starting at:$22
• Wellness Spending Account
• Paid Sick/Wellness days

An overview of your responsibilities:

• Responsible formanaging the food truck, and working onspecialty nightson the Club's patio.
• Prepare menu itemsaccording to standardized recipeswhile ensuring consistency and quality.
• Work closely with theExecutive Chef and Sous Chefto execute food production efficiently.
• Maintain aclean, organized, and well-stocked workstationthroughout the shift.
• Assist with thesetup, decoration, and dismantling of buffets, food stations, and barbecues.
• Adhere toToronto Public Health food safety regulationsand sanitation standards.
• Assist with thereceiving, storing, and proper labeling of food and non-food deliveries.
• Monitors and reportlow inventory levelsto the Sous Chef or Executive Chef.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is properlycleaned and turned offat the end of each shift.
• Support and guidejunior kitchen staff and traineeswhen necessary.

What We’re Looking For:

• 2-3 years of cooking experiencein a high-volume, quality-driven kitchen.
• Post-secondary culinary trainingis required.
• Smart Serve Certificateis preferred, but not required.
• Ability towork efficiently in a fast-paced environmentwhile maintaining quality standards.
• Strongorganizational skills, attention to detail, and teamwork abilities.
• Physical ability tolift up to 50 lbs., work in hot environments (110°F), and perform strenuous labor.
• Availability forall shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Expected shift coverage - (Mid to closing shift, 12PM - 10PM or 11AM - 9:00 PM)

Applicants must have legal permission to work in Canada.

Don Mills, North York, ON M3A 2Z7, Canada