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Job Overview

The Line Cook supports the kitchen team in providing an enjoyable dining experience for guests by preparing menu items efficiently and consistently at the assigned cooking stations, while following company specifications and food safety standards. The role also supports the overall dining experience by responding promptly and courteously to guest requests and concerns, including allergy concerns, and by maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment. This role reports to the Food & Beverage Supervisor at their assigned location.

Responsibilities

- Prepare all menu items in an efficient and consistent manner, following Mayfair specifications
- Keep the line stocked at all times




- Guide guests through menu items, while demonstrating expert knowledge of the food, beverage, and meal ingredients
- On occasion, utilize POS system to process orders
- Maintain a thorough understanding of menu items, ingredients, and common food allergens used in the kitchen
- Prevent cross-contact by using appropriate utensils, equipment, preparation surfaces, gloves, and other required measures when preparing allergy-related orders
- Ensure allergy-related orders are clearly identified and communicated to the appropriate kitchen and service team members
- Assist with inventory management, including receiving deliveries, stock rotation, monitoring par levels, and conducting inventory counts to ensure kitchen is adequately stocked
- Cleanliness, Food Safety & Compliance
- Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and workstation according to food safety, and hygiene standards
- Comply with WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
- Clean up all food and liquid spills immediately
- Teamwork & Guest Service
- Work collaboratively with servers, vendors, and club members

Qualifications

- Current Food Handler’s Certification is required
- At least 2 years of experience in a full-service restaurant or bar with strong culinary production skills are required
- Completed or working towards post-secondary education in Culinary Arts,



Hospitality & Horticulture and/or Cook’s Trade Certificate is an asset
- Proficient knife handling skills required
- WHMIS certification required, or the ability to complete the course; training provided
- Smart Serve certification is an asset
- Ability to work varied shifts including days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Expert verbal and written communication skills required
- Demonstrated time management and stress management skills required
- Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively in a team
- Strong attention to cleanliness and detail
- Must be reliable and punctual
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Ability to work in a hot/humid kitchen environment

Preferred:

- Current Food Handler’s Certificate is an asset
- A genuine interest in food and beverage service or hospitality will be highly valued

Compensation

$19 - $20 per hour

Work Location and Application Details

Location: 50 Steelcase Rd E Markham, ON L3R 1E8

Application Instructions: Apply through this job posting with resume

About The Career Foundation

The Career Foundation is a agile non-profit organization that offers a wide range of employment, training, and workforce development services to job seekers and employers. Operating since 1988 and now serving thousands of people annually, our no-cost services include job search assistance, career coaching, workshops, training opportunities, and other employment-related programs and supports designed to help job seekers and employers achieve their goals

For more information, visit www.CareerFoundation.com

Pay: $19.00-$20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Line Cook (Markham)
🏢 The Career Foundation
📍 Markham