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, Daphne), luxury nightlife (REBEL, Cabana Pool Bar), major festivals (VELD), and private clubs. We work hard, innovate constantly, and offer unmatched career mobility for people who bring passion to the table.

Your Future Is With Us

Are you a passionate, detail-oriented cook driven by coastal Mediterranean flavors, scratch prep, and high-volume culinary excellence? This is an exciting opportunity to join the kitchen brigade as a Line Cook at Melani.

About Melani

Located in Midtown Toronto, Melani offers a up-to-date rendition of Greek culinary and cocktail traditions. Blending vibrant coastal ingredients, elevated spirits, and warm hospitality, Melani delivers an energetic dining experience where dinner and drinks unfold into lasting memories. It is a dynamic, high-style destination where modern Mediterranean flavors meet Toronto's vibrant social scene.

The Role

As a Line Cook at Melani, you will execute daily prep and line service according to our exact Greek recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications. Working directly alongside our Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chefs, you will manage daily station prep lists, maintain extreme station cleanliness, operate kitchen equipment safely, and help deliver an unforgettable dining experience to every guest.

What You’ll Do

- Craft Quality Greek Dishes: Prepare fresh seafood, craft meats, produce, and specialty Mediterranean ingredients from scratch following exact recipes, portion controls, and plating specifications set by culinary leadership.
- Maintain Station Excellence: Keep a clean, organized, and fully stocked station before, during, and after service,



using effective daily prep lists and restocking low items throughout the shift.
- Execute Daily Operations & FIFO: Assist with receiving and storing deliveries, enforcing strict First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rotation to maximize product freshness and eliminate waste.
- Champion Safety & Hygiene: Strictly adhere to all health, food safety, WHMIS, MSDS, and sanitation guidelines while safely operating standard kitchen equipment and reporting malfunctions promptly.
- Collaborate & Build Culture: Perform all opening and closing assignments, work cohesively with the culinary brigade, treat colleagues with respect and dignity, and take full advantage of cross-training opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

- Culinary Experience: 1–2 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment (2+ years preferred for Senior Line Cook roles; a Culinary Diploma is considered an asset).
- Technical Skills: Strong foundation in professional cooking techniques, scratch preparation, refined knife skills, and safe food handling protocols.
- Growth Mindset & Demeanor: Excellent organizational skills, transparent communication, a positive attitude, and the ability to take direction and stay composed under pressure.
- Availability & Location: Flexible availability across day, evening, night, weekday, and weekend shifts. Must be able to reliably commute or relocate to Toronto, ON.
- Physical Capabilities:



Ability to spend 100% of the shift standing/walking 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 Amal and other INK Entertainment venues, with room to grow into leadership roles locally and globally.
- Flexible Scheduling: Full-time or part-time opportunities available across day, evening, night, and weekend shifts.
- Perks & Discounts: Dining discounts across all INK Entertainment venues, early event access.
- Culture & Mentorship: Direct guidance from leading chefs, structured skill development, and a supportive team environment.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt INK Entertainment, we believe great experiences are created by diverse teams and unique perspectives. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Accessibility

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Ready to build your future with us? Apply today!

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON M4P 2H9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

- Culinary: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Line Cook - Melani (Old Toronto)
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