About Freehand Hospitality
Rooted in chef-led creativity, our team is passionate about bringing people together with bold flavours, thoughtful ingredients, and warm, welcoming service. We celebrate diverse culinary styles—from upscale Maritime dining to classic French fare—paired with genuine hospitality that leaves a lasting impression. Every dish tells a story, and every experience celebrates connection, community, and a true sense of place in Halifax.
We pride ourselves on using quality, local ingredients to deliver simply prepared dishes that showcase the best of Nova Scotia. Our approachable menu of comforting, rustic, and hearty dishes with a touch of coastal flair offers something for everyone, from wood-fired pizzas and an impressive array of grilled and smoked meat and seafood to unique brunch dishes and late-night snacks. At Salt + Ash, there’s no greater joy than having our guests sink their teeth into a lip-smacking burger, succulent piece of fried chicken, a perfectly charred pepperoni pie or crispy fish and chips made fresh to order.
We are looking for a Cook at Salt & Ash to bring passion, precision, and teamwork to our kitchen as we deliver exceptional dining experiences.
What you will be doing:
- Prepping food items for service;
- Preparing food according to standardized recipes and menu specifications;
- Adjusting cooking methods based on customer preferences or dietary restrictions;
- Plating dishes according to specifications;
- Maintaining a clean work area as required by provincial health standards;
- Performing assigned opening and closing duties;
- Checking inventory and making sure ingredients are available for daily use;
- Reporting low stock and helping with inventory management;
- Collaborating with the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations;
- Completing all mandatory food hygiene and safety training that must be kept up to date;
- Such other similar or related duties as may be required from time to time.
The person we are looking for has:
- A passion for food and a minimum of 2 years of similar work experience;
- Culinary diploma is an asset;
- High volume experience;
- Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail;
- A commitment to consistency, and ability to execute dishes to the highest standard of quality and presentation;
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required;
- A passion for culinary arts and fine dining.
- A proven ability to plan and prioritize;
- Basic knowledge of culinary operations, a team player, a hard worker, and detail oriented;
- A flexible schedule and is available for different days and shifts;
- A Food Safe Certification.
What’s in it for you?
- Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company RRSP contributions
- Commuter benefits: 50% reimbursement of monthly transit pass
- 50% discount at specific Freehand Hospitality restaurants
- Opportunity for internal career growth
- Working along side a collaborative team of likeminded individuals
A member of The Armour Group, Freehand Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value our employees and their well-being. If you would like to join an organization with which you can have a work-life balance, career growth, long term job stability, and an opportunity to positively contribute to the community, this position may be for you!
Qualified applicants are invited to apply through the job link or submit their resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please note that, while we thank all applicants for applying, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
