Cafe Cook

About the role

We are a busy cafe on Lawrence Ave E in Scarborough, Ontario (near Birchmount Rd), and we are looking for an experienced cook to join our kitchen team. Full-time and part-time positions are available. This role is for someone who already has hands-on kitchen experience and can keep food quality high during a rush.

What you will do

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch and cafe menu items (sandwiches, wraps, eggs, salads, soups and light meals) following our recipes and portion standards
• Prep ingredients before service, and label, date and rotate stock
• Keep food quality and presentation consistent, especially during busy periods
• Work closely with the front counter to keep orders accurate and moving
• Keep your station, equipment and storage areas clean and organized
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards at all times
• Help with opening and closing duties as scheduled

What we are looking for

• At least 1 year of experience as a cook in a cafe, restaurant or similar kitchen (required)
• Availability to work weekends and evenings (required)
• Reliable transportation and the ability to commute to the cafe for every scheduled shift (required)
• Solid knife skills and comfort using a grill, flat-top and oven
• Food Handler Certificate is an asset
• Ability to stay calm, quick and organized in a fast-paced kitchen
• Punctual, dependable and a good team player

Details

Job types: Full-time, Part-time
Work location: In person, on Lawrence Ave E in Scarborough, Ontario (near Birchmount Rd)

Please answer the application questions carefully. Only candidates who meet the experience, availability and commute requirements will be contacted.

Pay: $17.95 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Scarborough, ON M1P 2P5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you available to work weekends and evenings? Please answer Yes or No, and list the days and hours you can work.

Experience:

• Cook: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person