Chef / Cook

Position: Chef / Cook
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 3–4 years of professional kitchen experience
Location: Ontario, Canada

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Chef/Cook to join our restaurant team. The successful candidate will have 3–4 years of professional cooking experience, strong knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations, and the ability to maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook food according to restaurant recipes, standards, and presentation requirements.
- Prepare ingredients, sauces, meats, vegetables, and other menu items efficiently.
- Maintain consistent food quality, taste, portion sizes, and presentation.
- Set up and organize the kitchen and workstations before service.
- Monitor food inventory and inform management when supplies need to be replenished.
- Properly store, label, and rotate food products to maintain freshness.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen at all times.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace health and safety procedures.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely.
- Work efficiently during busy service periods while maintaining quality.
- Assist with menu preparation and suggest improvements where appropriate.




- Minimize food waste and maintain proper portion control.
- Work cooperatively with kitchen staff, servers, and management.
- Perform other kitchen duties as required.

Qualifications

- 3–4 years of experience as a Chef, Cook, or in a similar professional kitchen position.
- Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valuable organizational and time-management skills.
- Reliable, punctual, and professional.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a busy kitchen setting.
- Food Handler Certification is an asset.

What We Offer

- Competitive wages based on experience.
- Full-time employment opportunity.
- Positive and professional work environment.
- Opportunity to grow within the restaurant.
- Staff meal/other benefits as applicable.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume outlining your 3–4 years of relevant cooking experience and previous restaurant employment.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 35.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef/Cook (Brantford)
🏢 Zest Restaurant
📍 Brantford