Your Future Is With Us

Are you a disciplined, detail-oriented cook driven by a passion for scratch cooking, fine dining, and authentic Italian cuisine? This is an exciting opportunity to join the culinary line at Sofia Yorkville, our acclaimed fine dining destination. We are not just running a kitchen - we are bringing authentic Italian flavors to life, pairing elevated recipes with a dramatic, exquisitely designed setting and a world-class art collection.

Whether you are seeking full-time or part time opportunities, this role offers a hands-on path to refine your culinary technique and grow within a high-end restaurant environment. With cross-training, structured mentorship, and internal mobility across our expanding portfolio of fine dining, luxury nightlife, and lifestyle venues, your future starts here.

About INK Entertainment

Operating since 1982, INK Entertainment is a powerhouse in lifestyle, hospitality, and entertainment. We create culture-defining experiences across acclaimed dining destinations (Sofia, Amal, Akira Back, Margo, Daphne), luxury nightlife (REBEL, Toybox, Cabana Pool Bar), major festivals (VELD), and private clubs (Clio). We work hard, innovate constantly, and offer unmatched career mobility for people who bring passion to the table.

About Sofia Yorkville

Located in the heart of Yorkville, Sofia combines traditional Italian culinary mastery with modern flair and a high-style atmosphere designed to stimulate appetites and lasting memories. Our kitchen brigade operates with rigorous standards of scratch preparation, refined knife skills, and an unwavering commitment to station cleanliness and team-first execution.

The Role

As a Line Cook at Sofia Yorkville, you are a core driver of our culinary reputation and guest experience. Working closely with our Executive Chef and Sous Chefs,



you will prepare high-quality dishes from scratch according to strict recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards. Moving with speed, precision, and composure, you will maintain meticulous station cleanliness, execute orders accurately, and help deliver unforgettable culinary experiences.

What You’ll Do

- Execute Elevated Italian Culinary Standards: Prepare vegetables, fruits, meats, and seafood from scratch utilizing refined techniques and exact Sofia recipes, portion guidelines, and plating specifications.
- Maintain Station Excellence: Keep a clean, organized, and sanitary station at all times, keeping a comprehensive prep list and taking proactive notes to ensure full readiness prior to service.
- Manage Quality & Inventory: Assist with receiving and properly storing deliveries; strictly follow First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rotation to maximize product freshness and eliminate waste.
- Champion Safety & Hygiene: Strictly adhere to all health, WHMIS, sanitation, and food safety standards while operating commercial kitchen equipment carefully and safely.
- Collaborate & Build Culture: Complete opening, running, and closing duties; treat all colleagues with respect and dignity; and work cohesively with line mates to achieve peak service flow.

What We’re Looking For

- Culinary Experience: Minimum 1 year of cooking experience in a fast-paced,



high-end or high-volume restaurant environment (prior experience or knowledge of Italian cuisine is strongly preferred; a Culinary Diploma is considered an asset).
- Technical Skills: Strong foundation in professional cooking techniques, scratch prep, refined knife handling, and protected food handling protocols.
- Composure & Mindset: Ability to take direction well, remain calm under pressure, maintain an organized station, and communicate effectively on a busy line.
- Physical Capabilities: Ability to stand for 100% of the shift and lift/carry kitchen equipment and ingredients weighing up to 40 lbs.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

- Global Career Pathways & Mobility: Cross-training opportunities across Sofia and other INK Entertainment venues, with clear paths to grow into Sous Chef or Head Chef roles globally.
- Competitive Compensation: Hourly rate from $20.00 – $24.00/hr (commensurate with overall experience) + tip pool participation.
- Flexible Opportunities: Full-time and part-time positions available across day, evening, night, and weekend shifts.
- Perks & Discounts: Shift meals, dining discounts across all INK Entertainment venues, early access to select INK concerts/events, and enrolment in the Perkopolis savings program.
- Culture & Mentorship: Direct guidance from elite chefs, ongoing culinary coaching, and a supportive team environment.

Equity, Diversity & Accessibility

INK Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace where every team member has the room to thrive.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC).

Ready to build your future with us? Apply today!

Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Line Cook l Sofia (Old Toronto)
🏢 Ink Entertainment
📍 Old Toronto