Line Cook

Gladstone Commons is a fine-casual neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Walkerville, built around thoughtful hospitality, quality food and genuine connection. We want every guest to feel welcomed while enjoying a service that is polished, attentive and consistent. Joining our team means contributing to a supportive, professional environment where high standards and pride in the details shape every experience.

Job Description:

Our Cooks show inspired quality in all of their work, by apply a professional attitude toward their responsibilities and the team. With a strong background in classic techniques, a cook at Gladstone Commons is expected to be able to apply their abilities to many different dishes and ingredients to maintain the quality and standard of the restaurant. Cleanliness is maintained throughout service and they gladly honour guest special requests. A strong teamwork mentality is a must have in any candidate.

THE DAY TO DAY:

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the event space according to the “GC Standard”
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
• Maintain a prep list of station duties, communicating to the kitchen supervisor ordering needs, issues on the station and foreseeable complexities that need to be addressed.
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in a fine dining, high volume restaurant
• Food Handlers Certificate is an asset.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing
• Available evenings, weekends, and holidays

Legally eligible to work in Canada

Pay: $19.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44.0 per week

Work Location: In person