Senior Prep Cook - Catering

Oliverbonacini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a Senior Cook with 2-3 years of fast-paced kitchen experience. You will lead your station, mentor junior staff, and ensure orders are executed with precision under pressure. The role emphasizes organization, cleanliness, and adherence to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines.

Strong knife skills and professional cooking techniques are essential. Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required; legal eligibility to work in Canada is a must.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of cooking experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
• Culinary diploma or degree is considered an asset.
• Strong cooking techniques and knife handling skills.
• Ability to take direction, work efficiently and stay calm under pressure.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada and available for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and maintain your station according to O&B standards.
• Mentor junior cooks and execute orders reliably from Sous Chef and Chef.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines (WHMIS/MSDS).
• Support receiving and storing deliveries; work as a team player.
• Follow FIFO practices to maximize freshness and quality.

Skills

2-3 years cooking experience

Professional cooking techniques

Knife handling

Ability to work under pressure

Mentor junior cooks

Education

Culinary diploma or degree (asset)

Job description

Our Senior Cooks are cooks which have gained considerable experience working in fine dining kitchens. They are very organized and comfortable working in a high-pressure environment. The Sr Cooks must also be able to give orders within their section, work independently as well as reliably carry out orders handed down to them by the Sous Chef and Chef. Their attention to detail is monumental, able to mentor junior cooks and trouble-shooting any problems that may arise.

The day to day:

• You are keen to acquire new skills and take direction, feedback, coaching from your from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• You're enthusiastic about the service ahead and proactively prepare, and organize your station of according to O&B standards
• You value the recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
• You easily maintain a prep list of station duties
• You understand the importance of the FIFO method to maximize freshness
• You're a team player and step in to assist with receiving and storing delivered items
• You're like us, fanatical about cleanliness of food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

2-3 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced, high-volume event or restaurant environment

Culinary diploma or degree is considered an asset

Strong understanding of professional cooking techniques and knife handling skills

Ability to take direction, work efficiently, and remain calm under pressure

Physically able to stand for extended periods (100% of shift)

Valid Food Handler Certification is a plus

Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Full time position

Legally eligible to work in Canada

This is a current vacancy.

Wage: $20 - $23

AI Disclosure

To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation

Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.