Cook - La Plume

Job summary

The cook is responsible for daily food preparation, following recipes, and maintaining portion control according to restaurant standards. They must also ensure the cleanliness of prep areas and equipment while strictly adhering to food safety and hygiene guidelines.

Job details

Company Description Situated in The Well, La Plume is a bustling, sophisticated French-inspired restaurant with a hidden speakeasy, offering a blend of charm, elevated artistic cuisine. Joining us means becoming part of a team that thrives on creativity, craftsmanship, and immersive dining experiences. You’ll engage guests in an environment where curated drinks, elevated dishes, and thoughtful design come together, contributing to memorable moments in one of the city’s most vibrant and design-forward culinary destinations. What's in it for you? Gratuities Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage Discounted gym membership Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential support 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await! Job Description Our Cooks show inspired quality in all of their work. Their passion for food and cooking is infectious and they have a desire to serve the best every time. Cleanliness is maintained throughout service and they gladly honour guest special requests. The day to day: Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager Day to day food preparation of the event space according to O&B standards Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant Maintain a prep list of station duties Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness Assist in food inventory and control Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required Qualifications 1-2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant or event/ catering environment Culinary diploma/degree is an asset. Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills. Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure. Able to spend 100% of the time standing Available weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed Legally eligible to work in Canada Additional Information This is a current vacancy. Hour Rate: $19.50 + gratuities AI Disclosure To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate. Accessibility & Accommodation Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate. Compensation: up to CAD 19.50 - hourly

What you’ll do

The cook is responsible for daily food preparation, following recipes, and maintaining portion control according to restaurant standards. They must also ensure the cleanliness of prep areas and equipment while strictly adhering to food safety and hygiene guidelines.

Requirements

Candidates should have 1-2 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced environment and a basic understanding of professional cooking techniques. A culinary diploma or degree is considered an asset, and the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays is required.

Benefits

• Gratuities
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Mental health coverage
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee assistance program
• Dining discount

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Food preparation
• Knife handling
• Recipe adherence
• Portion control
• Inventory management
• Sanitation
• Food safety
• Hygiene standards
• WHMIS
• MSDS
• Teamwork
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Event Catering
• Mental Health
• Cleanliness
• Cooking
• Creativity
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Food Preparation
• Material Safety Data Sheet
• Recipes
• Restaurant Operation
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Trades
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant

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