The Bertossi Group is seeking Experienced Line Cooks to help us carry on our tradition of creating award-winning dishes at il Mercato Bedford!

The Bertossi Group has set the standard for fine dining in Halifax for over 30 years, with six current destination restaurants: Water Polo, Matadora, Via Condotti, Ristorante a Mano, The Bicycle Thief & il Mercato Trattoria, as well as two luxury Cafes: Pane e Circo.

What is in it for you?

- Competitive Compensation
- Tips from the busiest restaurants in the city
- Discounted & free food
- Employee Referral Bonus ($200 per employee)
- Potential support via the Atlantic Immigration Program
- Discounted gym memberships
- Opportunity for professional development

What you'll be doing:

- Perform assigned tasks from Executive Chef & Sous Chefs
- High quality preparation of handcrafted, fine dining dishes from scratch
- Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant to maintain expert level food inventory and control
- Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and follow the highest standards of food safety & hygiene
- Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

What experience you need:

- 1-3 years Line Cook experience in high volume,



fast-paced, full-service restaurants
- Above average understanding of working in skilled kitchens and knife handling skills
- Ability to manage time, take direction from Chefs & work effectively under pressure
- Completion of a Culinary diploma is considered an major asset

At The Bertossi Restaurant Group, we pride ourselves on our unwavering dedication to inclusiveness through hospitality, by creating a welcoming environment for employees & guests alike.

Support through the Atlantic Immigration Program is available after a certain length of successful employment.

Only successful applications will be contacted directly via email to schedule an interview - thank you to everyone who applies.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- What is your working availability for the Spring, Summer & Fall?
- Do you have your Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or an Open Work Permit with more that 12 months before it expires?

Work Location: In person

📌 Line Cook - il Mercato Bedford (Canada)
🏢 THE BERTOSSI GROUP
📍 Canada