Overview

Join our vibrant kitchen team as a Cook/Kitchen Hand and become a vital part of delivering exceptional dining experiences! This energetic role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your culinary skills and passion for hospitality shine. Whether you're working on prep, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, or assisting with dinner service, you'll play an essential role in ensuring our guests enjoy top-quality food and service. We value motivated individuals eager to develop their skills and contribute to a lively atmosphere.

Duties

- Assist in daily food preparation
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, including washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and waste disposal
- Uphold food safety standards by following proper handling procedures and hygiene practices
- Assist on the line during service as required
- Plate and prepare menu items according to restaurant standards
- Maintain proper food storage, rotation, and organization
- Receive and store deliveries as needed
- Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation throughout each shift
- Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment when required
- Complete opening and closing duties
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, surfaces, and work areas
- Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures
- Support other members of the kitchen team during service and prep periods
- Assist in other areas of the kitchen as operational needs require

Experience

- Familiarity with kitchen operations, food preparation techniques, and basic cooking skills is advantageous




- Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper hygiene practices is highly valued
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
- Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail will set you apart
- Previous professional restaurant or kitchen experience is required
- Experience in prep, line cooking, garde manger, or a similar kitchen role is preferred
- Strong basic knife skills and familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment
- Good understanding of food preparation, organization, and sanitation
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
- Ability to take direction and work independently when needed
- Solid communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to contribute to all areas of kitchen operations
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical requirements of the role

Expectations

We are looking for someone who is professional, dependable, and team-oriented.

This position requires flexibility and a willingness to assist wherever needed. While cooking and food preparation are key components of the role, all kitchen team members are expected to contribute to cleaning, dishwashing, organization, and maintaining an efficient workspace.

The successful candidate should be proactive, organized, and comfortable working with a sense of urgency during busy service periods.

Join us in delivering memorable experiences for our guests!

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Cook/Kitchen Hand (Canada)
🏢 Casa Mia Ristorante
📍 Canada