We are looking for an experienced and reliable Prep Cook to join our Japanese restaurant in Downtown Toronto.

This is a permanent daytime prep position, approximately 10:00 AM–4:00 PM, 5 days per week (around 25–30 hours per week). No late-night shifts.

Main Responsibilities

- Slice and portion beef and other meats
- Prepare salmon and other Japanese restaurant ingredients
- Marinate meats and prepare sauces/ingredients according to our recipes and SOPs
- Organize and maintain daily prep inventory
- Make sure all ingredients are properly prepared and ready for service
- Keep the prep area, cutting boards, knives, equipment and storage areas clean and organized
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards
- Complete prep work efficiently with minimal waste

What We Are Looking For:
- Previous restaurant kitchen experience is required
- Strong knife skills are required
- Experience with meat cutting, salmon preparation or Japanese food is preferred
- Able to follow recipes, portions and SOPs accurately
- Clean,



organized and productive working style
- Responsible, reliable and able to work independently
- Good communication and a positive, stable attitude
- Looking for a long-term position
- Mandarin Chinese communication is an asset
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

We are looking for someone who can eventually take full responsibility for the daily prep work, not just assist with basic kitchen tasks.

Schedule

Approximately 10:00 AM–4:00 PM, 5 days per week.

Location

Downtown Toronto, near Eaton Centre.

We offer

- Regular payroll employment
- Vacation pay
- Staff meal
- Wage increases based on experience and performance

If interested, please apply with your resume and briefly tell us about your previous kitchen experience, especially any experience with meat cutting, knife work, salmon or Japanese food preparation. Pay: $17.60-$21.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Experienced Prep Cook – Japanese Restaurant (Toronto)
🏢 You Don Ya
📍 Toronto