Position: Cook
Number of Positions we are hiring: 1
Company: Taste of Spice
Address: 61 Saskatchewan Ave East, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0L8 Canada
Reporting to: General Manager
NOC: 63200
Terms of Employment: Full Time, Permanent Position
Job Reference # TS5264
Location of Work: Portage La Prairie, Manitoba
Language Preference: English
We will provide: Salary: $ 23 per hour
Paid vacation of 2 Weeks each year or 4% of salary
Minimum 30 hours/week throughout your employment period
Duties Prepare and cook complete meals and individual dishes using traditional Indian cooking techniques, following established recipes, portion controls and quality standards
Independently operate and maintain specialized Indian restaurant equipment, including commercial tandoori ovens, high-output gas ranges, heavy-duty burners, tava/griddle pans, kadhai and degchi pots, commercial deep fryers, rice cookers, steamers, and industrial spice grinders
Prepare and process raw ingredients, including meats, seafood, vegetables, lentils and spices, requiring knowledge of Indian marination, tempering (tadka), slow-cooking and high-heat roasting techniques




Prepare curry bases, gravies, spice blends and marinades from scratch, requiring precision in spice ratios, timing and temperature control
Monitor cooking processes, adjust heat sources, and ensure food is cooked to proper texture, flavour and safety standards
Maintain inventory records, assist with stock rotation, and identify supply requirements for specialized ingredients and spices
Ensure full compliance with provincial health regulations, food safety standards, sanitation protocols and HACCP requirements
Maintain cleanliness of workstations, kitchen equipment and food storage areas
Coordinate tasks with other kitchen staff during peak service hours to ensure timely and effective food production
Provide guidance and on-the-job training to junior cooks or kitchen helpers as required
Assist in recruiting and hiring kitchen staff.
Requirements No Education Requirements
Work Experience: Minimum three years of work experience as a Cook
Ability to legally work in Canada

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📌 Cook (Manitoba)
🏢 Taste of Spice
📍 Manitoba