Line / Prep Cook
- Ottawa, ON, Canada
Compensation : $18/hr-$22/hr, depending on your experience and skill level
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Job details
- Pay
- Compensation : $18/hr-$22/hr, depending on your experience and skill level
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Join our culinary team as a line cook, prep cook, or event cook, and experience the benefits of a flexible schedule where you can choose your shifts. At Stellar Personnel, we value work-life balance, allowing you to prioritize your personal events and family time. We offer competitive compensation that exceeds market standards. Our clients are in dire need of support, so they appreciate our staff for being talented and positive influences in their business. Our clients include: corporate cafeterias, conference centres, catering companies, hotels, restaurant groups, retirement homes, sporting venues and event venues.
Join us to work with some of the best clients in the industry and take your culinary career to the next level.
Learn more about us at: stellarpersonnel.ca
Responsibilities:
- Set up workstation and equipment
- Execute the preparation of ingredients, including cutting, chopping and measuring recipes according to guidelines provided by the supervisor / manager
- Prepare and cook dishes according to menu specifications and established quality standards
- Effectively manage your designated station(s) during service hours, ensuring the timely and accurate completion of orders.
- Adhere to strict food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Follow proper storage procedures for ingredients, leftovers, and supplies to prevent contamination or spoilage.
- Foster a positive and supportive work environment by communicating effectively with fellow kitchen staff members and maintaining a cooperative attitude.
- Comply with all health and safety regulations, including proper handling of knives, kitchen utensils, and hot equipment.
- Identify and report any safety hazards or potential risks to the management.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a prep cook, line cook, event chef, sous chef or chef; demonstrating proficiency in food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Prior working experience of minimum 2+ years (preferred)
- Ability to stand for extended periods, lift objects, and work in a physically demanding environment.
- Flexibility to work 1-7 days a week
- Legally Eligible to Work in Canada
Compensation : $18/hr-$22/hr, depending on your experience and skill level
Schedule:
Flexible shifts available – 4, 8, 10, or 12 hours
Morning and evening shifts
Monday to Friday & weekend availability required
Work Location : Ottawa
Join us and work with one of our top clients while taking your career to the next level. We're hiring immediately - apply today and get started right away!
More about this job
Responsibilities
The role involves setting up workstations, preparing ingredients, and cooking dishes according to menu specifications and quality standards. You will also be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment while communicating effectively with the team.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in a professional kitchen environment and demonstrate proficiency in food preparation. You must be physically capable of standing for extended periods and be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Skills
- Food preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Kitchen safety
- Sanitation standards
- Menu execution
- Workstation setup
- Ingredient storage
- Team communication
- Time management
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Work-life balance
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Hospitality
- Food & Beverage
- Trades
Keywords
- Line Cook
- Prep Cook
- Culinary
- Hospitality
- Food Safety
- Sanitation
- Kitchen Equipment
- Catering
- Event Venues
- Menu Specifications
- Food Preparation
- Knife Handling