Position Title: Short Line Cook Reports To: Kitchen Supervisor / Management Location: 1364 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB Compensation: Based on experience and internal pay structure; confirmed in the Letter of Offer

Shelly’s Indigenous Bistro is an Indigenous-owned and operated restaurant offering takeout, delivery, catering, and community-based food services. Our team is committed to providing quality food, respectful customer service, safe food handling, and a welcoming workplace that reflects the values of Shelly’s Indigenous Bistro.

Position Summary

The Short Line Cook supports the day-to-day operation of Shelly’s Indigenous Bistro by completing food preparation, maintaining stocked and organized kitchen stations, supporting opening and closing procedures, and ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are consistently followed.

This position requires reliability, organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment.

Core Responsibilities

Complete daily food preparation according to operational needs

Prepare ingredients, proteins, vegetables, sauces, and other menu components

Follow standardized recipes, preparation procedures, and portion guidelines

Stock and restock kitchen stations, ingredients, and supplies throughout the shift

Monitor stock levels and communicate shortages or supply needs to the supervisor

Properly store, label, date, and rotate food using FIFO procedures

Complete assigned opening and closing duties

Set up kitchen work areas and equipment for daily operations

Ensure food is properly stored and kitchen areas are secured at closing

Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized workstations

Complete required cleaning and sanitation duties and checklists

Follow proper food handling, temperature control,



and cross-contamination prevention procedures

Safely operate kitchen equipment and report equipment or maintenance concerns

Assist with inventory organization and counts as required

Support other kitchen staff and operational needs during busy periods

Maintain compliance with Manitoba food safety requirements and Shelly’s Indigenous Bistro policies and procedures

Promote a safe, respectful, organized, and efficient kitchen environment

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

Previous kitchen, restaurant, or food preparation experience preferred

Experience working in a commercial kitchen environment is an asset

Understanding of basic food preparation, sanitation, and food safety practices

Ability to follow recipes, procedures, and instructions consistently

Robust organizational and time-management skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to remain organized and productive in a rapid-paced environment

Reliable attendance and punctuality

Training & Certification Requirements

Manitoba Food Handler Certification, or willingness to obtain it, is considered an asset

WHMIS Certification is considered an asset but is not required

Knowledge of Manitoba food safety requirements is an asset

Additional food safety, workplace safety, and operational training may be required

What We Offer

Competitive wages based on experience





Opportunities to build kitchen and food preparation skills

Supportive team workplace

Indigenous-owned and operated workplace

Employee meal and discount programs, where applicable

Employment Requirements & Working Conditions

This position may be full-time or part-time based on operational needs. Scheduling may include mornings, evenings, weekends, statutory holidays, and peak operational periods.

A three-month probationary period applies. Performance, reliability, attendance, food preparation standards, sanitation practices, and teamwork will be reviewed during this period.

Employment is conditional upon:

Legal eligibility to work in Canada

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, if required

Signing the Confidentiality Agreement

Signing the Code of Conduct

Compliance with the Respectful Workplace Policy

Compliance with company policies and procedures

The position requires extended periods of standing, frequent bending and reaching, lifting and carrying kitchen supplies and ingredients, and working in a hot, fast-paced commercial kitchen environment.

Shelly’s Indigenous Bistro is proud to be an Indigenous-owned and operated business. Preference may be given to qualified Indigenous applicants, including First Nations, Metis, and Inuit applicants, in accordance with our commitment to supporting Indigenous employment, training, and economic participation.

Company Overview
Shelly’s Indigenous Bistro is an Indigenous-owned restaurant and catering company based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. We are committed to providing quality food, strong customer service, teamwork, and community-focused hospitality while creating employment and growth opportunities within a respectful and inclusive workplace.

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