Prep Cook at One Michelin Starred Restaurant aKin - Asian Fine DiningTorontoFull-Time$20 hourly + GratuitiesCompany DescriptionaKin is a Michelin starred fine dining restaurant in the heart of Toronto, led by Chef Eric Chong, the first winner of MasterChef Canada and recipient of the Michelin Guide Toronto 2025 Young Chef Award, alongside his mentor and partner, Three Michelin starred Chef Alvin Leung.Since opening in November 2024, aKin has earned one Michelin Star, been named one of Air Canada’s enRoute Best New Restaurants 2025, and placed 27th on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list.aKin offers a 10 course blind tasting menu that reimagines Asian flavours through a modern fine dining lens. The menu draws from Chinese, Malaysian, Singaporean, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Hong Kong culinary traditions, combining classic techniques, modern applications, premium ingredients, and detailed plating.This is a small, ambitious kitchen built for cooks who want to grow, learn, and be part of one of the most exciting restaurants in Canada.What’s in it for you?Gratuity sharing, with cash tips distributed weeklyDirect mentorship from a Michelin starred teamHands on training in fine dining prep, tasting menu systems, and detailed productionExposure to premium ingredients such as wagyu, caviar, lobster, foie gras, truffles, and specialty seafoodExperience with modern techniques including sous vide, fermentation, clarification, gelification, spherification, and other molecular applicationsA deeper understanding of Asian cuisines, flavours, and traditions through a fine dining perspectiveThe opportunity to learn how a Michelin starred tasting menu is built from the prep stage to final serviceA chance to be part of a small team where your work is seen, valued, and directly contributes to the guest experienceRoom to grow into a line cook role for the right candidateJob DescriptionaKin is looking for a motivated Prep Cook to join our kitchen team.This role is ideal for someone who is organized, reliable, eager to learn, and interested in the discipline of fine dining.



The position focuses on daily prep, ingredient processing, production tasks, receiving, organization, cleaning, and supporting the kitchen team before and during service.The prep cook plays an significant role in the consistency and success of the restaurant. Every sauce, garnish, portion, and component needs to be prepared with care so the team can execute at a Michelin starred level during service.Fine dining experience is an asset, but attitude, work ethic, cleanliness, consistency, and attention to detail are just as important.ResponsibilitiesPrepare daily components for a 10 course tasting menuWash, peel, cut, portion, label, and organize ingredientsFollow detailed recipes, prep lists, portioning, and production standardsAssist with stocks, sauces, garnishes, purées, pickles, ferments, doughs, and other menu componentsWork closely with the Chef, Sous Chefs, Chef de Cuisine, and line cooksMaintain a clean, organized, and efficient prep areaReceive, label, rotate, and store products properlyUse the FIFO method to maintain freshness and reduce wasteAssist with inventory, organization, and general kitchen maintenanceSupport the team during service when neededFollow food safety, sanitation, WHMIS, and MSDS guidelinesTake pride in the details, even before the dish reaches the plateQualifications1 to 2 years of kitchen experience preferredFine dining or prep experience is an asset, but not requiredCulinary diploma or degree is an assetBasic knife skills and understanding of kitchen organizationAbility to follow recipes and take direction carefullyClean, organized, reliable, and eager to learnAbility to work calmly and efficiently under pressureComfortable standing for extended periodsA strong interest in Asian flavours, modern cooking, and Michelin level standardsAdditional NoteaKin is a demanding but rewarding environment. This is the right kitchen for someone who wants to build strong fundamentals, learn proper systems, and grow within a serious kitchen. We are looking for someone who takes pride in doing the small things properly, because at this level, those details matter.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Prep Cook At One Michelin Starred Restaurant Akin - Asian Fine Dining - $20 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 akin
📍 Winnipeg