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Join our energetic culinary team as a Breakfast Cook, where your passion for food and dedication to excellence will shine every morning. In this vital role, you will be responsible for preparing and executing high-quality breakfast dishes—including eggs, pancakes, and Benedicts—while maintaining consistency, speed, and presentation in a fast-paced environment. Your expertise in food preparation, food safety, and kitchen operations will help deliver a smooth, efficient, and memorable breakfast service that sets the tone for our guests’ day.

Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook a variety of breakfast dishes including eggs (poached, sunny-side), pancakes, and Eggs Benedict.
- Execute all dishes with precision, consistency, and strong attention to presentation and timing during high-volume service.
- Cook fresh pasta dishes such as carbonara, rigatoni, and other menu items with consistency and proper technique.
- Manage protein station, including cooking steaks, veal, fish, and other proteins to proper doneness and presentation standards.
- Operate fryer station, preparing sides such as potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and other fried items with accuracy and consistency.
- Maintain strong knowledge of egg cookery, including poaching, frying, and plating techniques.
- Follow established recipes and menu specifications while contributing creative touches when appropriate.
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced brunch/lunch service while maintaining high standards.
- Set up, stock, and maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations.
- Adhere strictly to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, storage,



and temperature control.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and timely service during busy morning hours.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to management.
- Support training of new staff on breakfast techniques, station setup, and kitchen standards.

Qualifications

- Minimum 2 years of experience in a professional kitchen, preferably on hot line stations (eggs, pasta, fryer, or protein).
- Strong experience with breakfast cookery, especially egg preparation and high-volume service.
- Proven ability in food preparation within a restaurant or similar culinary environment; fine dining experience is an asset.
- Strong knife skills and solid understanding of meal preparation techniques.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation best practices.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills with a positive, professional attitude.
- Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working early morning shifts.
- Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
- Passion for cooking and creating high-quality, consistent dishes.

Job Type: Full time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Oakville, ON L6J 3A8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.

Experience:

Kitchen: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Join our team and bring your energy and culinary skill to create exceptional breakfast experiences every day.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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