For over 40 years, Elmwood Spa and Elmspa have been the leading destination for a relaxing and pampering experience. We have evolved throughout the years while keeping our historic façade that many know and love. We are a destination for celebration, relaxation, and an urban escape for all. We are proud of our rich heritage as Toronto’s Leading Day Spa.
Bangkok Garden introduced Thai food and culture to Toronto over 37 years ago. Acclaimed as one of North America’s premier Thai restaurants serving authentic, house made, Thai food based on the Thai principle of balancing the five tastes.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to cook in a true authentic Thai Restaurant, where you can improve, and promote the company then this opportunity is for you!
You will provide support to the Head Chef and 1st Cook by assisting in all areas of food preparation and production.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in preparing food in accordance to the menu specifications and guidelines as set out by the Company.
- Prepares and cooks all meals according to specs.
- Follows all food handling, health, and safety regulations, reports any unsafe working conditions.
- Maintains prep and storage areas in a clean, tidy and safe manner.
- Able to support all stations – including prep, wok and grill etc.
- Communicate and co-ordinate with co-workers and food servers to ensure that the service of food is efficient/timely, and that the quality of food meets the customer’s and Chef’s expectations.
- Contributes to a progressive work environment by offering suggestions and ideas for improvement to our overall operations and more.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a commercial kitchen with Wok experience.
- Good written and oral English skills.
- Food Handlers Certificate required.
- Ability to work on a flexible schedule: days, evenings and weekends.
- Punctual and committed to work schedules.
- Self-motivated and shows initiative
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Capable of lifting 50 lbs.
- Works in close contact with products containing seafood, shellfish and nuts e.g. peanuts.
- Must be acclimatized to the noise level and temperature fluctuations of a commercial kitchen.
- Most of the time requires near vision (attention to detail when preparing, cutting, operating machinery/equipment).
- Continuously stands for prolonged periods of time (ability to stand for 5 hours intervals as an average shift lasts 10 hours).
- Continuous limb coordination.
- Hazards – Equipment, machinery tools, fire, steam, hot surfaces, slippery surfaces.
- Discomforts - temperature fluctuations.
BENEFITS:
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental and vision (full time 24hrs)
- Flexible schedules and shifts
- Easily Accessible Downtown Location at 18 Elm St. (minutes from the Yonge-Dundas subway)
- Paid Training Provided
- Referral Bonus
Bangkok Garden is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities to apply. Bangkok Garden will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Human Resources.
Elmwood Spa and Elmspa recruits and selects the best-qualified candidates in accordance with our equal opportunity employment approach. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
