Senior Prep Cook — Fine Dining Lead & Mentor

Oliverbonacini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini in Toronto is seeking an experienced Senior Cook to lead their station with precision, mentor junior team members, and ensure high-quality service in a fast-paced setting.

You will uphold O&B standards, manage prep, maintain FIFO, supervise receiving and storage, and uphold strict hygiene, safety, and WHMIS/MSDS guidelines while working flexible evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Follow O&B standards for station preparation and organization.
• Prepare and organize your station according to O&B standards.
• Maintain FIFO to maximize freshness.
• Mentor junior cooks and support team during service.
• Assist with receiving and storing delivered items.
• Maintain cleanliness of food prep areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines (WHMIS and MSDS).
• Support other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary skills

Knife handling

Work under pressure

Mentor junior cooks

Education

Culinary diploma or degree

Tools

Food handler certification

Job description

Oliver & Bonacini in Toronto is seeking an experienced Senior Cook to lead their station with precision, mentor junior team members, and ensure high-quality service in a fast-paced setting.

You will uphold O&B standards, manage prep, maintain FIFO, supervise receiving and storage, and uphold strict hygiene, safety, and WHMIS/MSDS guidelines while working flexible evenings, weekends, and holidays.