Line Cook – The Wood Tavern

Norwood Hotel | Part time | Early AM / Breakfast Shift

At Sparrow Hotels, our purpose is to create an environment where people and communities flourish. We strive to be responsible to our guests, clients and team members through social responsibility, community investment, sustainability, design and innovation.

At the heart of everything we do are our Core Values: Hospitality, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork, Leadership, Empowerment and Innovation. These values guide how we work, how we treat one another and how we create exceptional experiences for our guests. If these values resonate with you, we’d love to have you join our team!

Join The Wood Tavern Team!

We are excited to be recruiting for a Part-Time Line Cook to join the culinary team at The Wood Tavern, located within the historic Norwood Hotel.

The Norwood Hotel has been a Winnipeg landmark for generations and has been proudly operated by the Sparrow family since 1937. Today, The Wood Tavern continues that tradition by offering a welcoming atmosphere, great food and memorable guest experiences.

About the Position

As a Line Cook, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality food and an exceptional dining experience for our guests. You’ll work as part of a collaborative kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-volume workplace where quality, consistency, cleanliness and teamwork are essential.

This is an early morning breakfast position, with shifts starting as early as 6:30 a.m. during the week. Weekend availability may also be required.

What You'll Do

- Prepare and cook food to established recipes, standards and presentation guidelines.
- Maintain consistent quality and accuracy in a fast-paced line cooking environment.
- Prepare a variety of produce, proteins and other ingredients for service.
- Demonstrate strong knife skills and proficiency with grilling, sautéing,



frying and roasting.
- Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary kitchen, including equipment, workstations and food storage areas.
- Follow proper food handling, storage and product rotation procedures.
- Ensure cleaning supplies and food products are properly stored and organized.
- Work collaboratively with the culinary team to ensure smooth and efficient service.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation and workplace procedures.
- Be open to learning new techniques, contributing ideas and bringing creativity to the kitchen.

What You Bring to the Table

- 1–2 years line-cooking experience, preferably in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- A positive, hardworking and team-oriented attitude.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others.
- Strong knife skills and confidence with grilling, sautéing, frying and roasting.
- The ability to remain focused and organized while working in a busy kitchen.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and consistency.
- A willingness to learn, take direction and contribute new ideas.
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety and quality.
- Reliable availability for early morning shifts, including weekends as required.

Why Join Sparrow Hotels? At Sparrow Hotels, we believe in creating workplaces where our people can grow, contribute and feel valued. We are proud of our history, our people and our commitment to the communities we serve.

If you’re passionate about food, enjoy working with a great team and take pride in delivering quality results, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and become part of the team at The Wood Tavern and Norwood Hotel.

Pay: $17.00-$17.75 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 – 32.0 per week

Benefits

- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Experience:
- Line Cook: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Line Cook (Winnipeg)
🏢 Sparrow Hotels
📍 Winnipeg