Cook

Position: Cook 

Reports to: Executive Chef  

Business Address: 1525 Douglas Street 

Location of Work: Victoria, BC  

Company Operating Name: Marilena Café & Raw Bar 

Wage: $21.18- 24/hour  

Benefits package offered: Access to dental and extended health benefits  

Status: Hourly, ongoing; minimum of 30 hours a week 

Language of Work:  English 

Vacancies: One (1) 

Contact: Toptable Group, 89 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 0N8; 604-899-7865, serena.basi@canucks.com 

Known for its innovative menu and fresh, locally sourced dishes that celebrate the best of West Coast cuisine, Marilena Cafe and Raw Bar in Victoria is an award-winning restaurant. Since opening, Marilena has earned national recognition, including:

• Tripadvisor Best of the Best – No. 1 Fine Dining in Canada 

• Canada’s 100 Best – No. 39 Restaurant in Canada 

• Vancouver Magazine – Best Restaurant in Victoria (2025) 

• Wine Spectator – Best of Award of Excellence (2024, 2025) 

• YAM Magazine- Restaurant of the Year, Outstanding Service and Best Sommelier (2025) 

Come work with and learn from Victoria's own Executive Chef Kristian Eligh and celebrated Pastry Chef Dominique Laurencelle as they design seasonally focused menus that celebrate the global and locally sourced ingredients.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Cook is responsible for the preparation and presentation of cold and hot dishes. This position plays a key role in maintaining food quality and consistency, ensuring all items are prepared to exacting standards in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Other duties may be assigned as required)

• Measure and prepare ingredients; set up work stations so food can be prepared according to recipes 

• Maintain food safety and hygiene 

• Cook with precision and speed 

• Focus on quality, food preparation standards, and consistency in a premium kitchen environment 

• Meet production schedules and timelines 

• Communicate and coordinate with the team, including front-of-house 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1 year of direct related experience in Premium Western cuisine within an upscale fine dining environment restaurant with an emphasis of seafood experience  

• Enrollment in or completion of a culinary program or a combination of education and directly related experience  

• Food Safe Certification  

• Excellent interpersonal skills and fluent communication skills in English  

• Ability to prioritize, organize, and follow through as necessary  

• Must possess a passion for food and developing knowledge of all cooking methods  

• Excellent English language communication skills