Job Title
Line Cook
Management Level
Non-Management
Reporting to
General Manager
Kitchen Manager
Corporate Values
Better Than Yesterday
Job Overview
Line Cooks are responsible for setting up workstations and preparing ingredients for the cooking process. Line Cooks perform basic cooking duties and day-to-day kitchen operations.
Job responsibilities
- Prepare and portion all items, promptly, efficiently and with attention to detail
- Monitor food temperatures. Report any discrepancies
- Utilize various kitchen skills and cooking methods to meet Brand standards
- Prepare and stock all line product items and garnishes including maintaining assigned par levels
- Evaluate quality of food product and prep items. Report any discrepancies
- Wash and sanitize all glassware, dinnerware, cutlery and serviceware, ready for use
- Set up pots, pans, trays, kitchen service items and utensils for soaking when required and washing as needed
- Operate dishwasher as directed. Ensure chemicals and water temperature are as expected
- Maintain dishwashing areas to ensure the utmost organization and visual appeal
- Perform necessary trash and waste duties as required
- Maintain kitchen areas to ensure the utmost organization and visual appeal
- Follow proper inventory and receiving procedures
- Comply and action all health, food safety and hygiene standards and policies
- Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications
[Experience]
- Minimum of 1 year of previous restaurant kitchen or cooking experience is an asset
[Skills & Qualifications]
- Strong communication skills in English; Japanese and French are considered an asset
- Energetic – ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Team player – assist in a positive guest experience however necessary
- Proven ability to keep an organized work environment
- Food Handler, Food Safety, or equivalent certification is an asset
Hours of Work
- Full-time or Part-time position
- Ability to work flexible shifts- mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position works in
extreme temperatures- hot and cold and requires standing for up to 8 hours per shift, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position also requires lifting to 40lbs from floor to waist, and waist to shoulder. This position also requires twisting, turning, and reaching.
Health & Safety
Must work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act Regulation and follow in accordance to the Company’s Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Diversity & Inclusion
KINKA FAMILY invites applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Accommodation
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation for interviews or other meetings, please feel welcome to note your needs in your application.
Pay: From $17.60 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you able to work flexible shifts, mornings(10am), afternoons, evenings(12AM) and weekends?
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (required)
- Food Handler Certification (required)
- WHMIS Certification (required)
Work Location: In person
