Dinner Cook

Position Summary

We are looking for a reliable and passionate Dinner Cook to join our close-knit family team. In this role, you will prepare and cook authentic Italian dishes for our evening dinner service. You’ll work during our busiest and most rewarding hours, helping deliver high-quality plates that reflect the heart of our family recipes. This position focuses on dinner service, with an emphasis on fresh preparation, proper technique, and beautiful presentation.

You will also assist with kitchen closing duties and help maintain a clean, organized workspace that sets the team up for success.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of authentic Italian dishes according to our family recipes and high quality standards
• Ensure consistent portioning, plating, and presentation of every dish
• Maintain excellent food safety and sanitation practices at all times
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth and timely service
• Assist with daily prep, ingredient handling, and inventory rotation
• Perform thorough cleaning and closing duties at the end of each shift
• Help transition the kitchen from dinner service to the following day

What We’re Looking For

• Previous kitchen experience preferred, but not required
• Passion for cooking and pride in delivering excellent food
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly in a fast-paced dinner service environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and safety
• Team player with a positive attitude — we’re a small family team
• Availability to work Wednesday through Saturday evenings (2:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

Requirements

• Food Handler’s Certificate
• Availability to work Wednesday through Saturday evening

Why Join Our Family Team?

• Work in a beautiful, family-run Italian restaurant with a supportive and welcoming team
• Cook authentic Italian dishes using traditional recipes and fresh ingredients
• Opportunity to grow your skills in a respected local restaurant
• If you love Italian cuisine, take pride in your craft, and want to be part of a warm family-run restaurant, we’d love to have you on our team!

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply in person by bringing a copy of your resume to:

Gran Sasso Restaurant
98 Paris Road
Brantford, Ontario

Applications are accepted Wednesday – Saturday between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

Please note: We do not accept resumes by email.

Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 – 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Language:

• English fluently (required)

Work Location: In person