Line Cook

Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & Bar — inspired by the vibrant street food culture of Southeast Asia — offers guests an authentic, family-style dining experience. Our menu features a variety of Asian-inspired tapas, served continuously throughout the meal and placed at the centre of the table for everyone to share.

We're growing our family at Sidedoor and are looking for passionate hospitality professionals to join our team. If you're experienced in the industry, friendly, motivated, and quick on your feet — we'd love to meet you

Position: Cook

We're seeking a skilled Cook to prepare delicious dishes that delight our guests with exceptional flavour and timely service. The ideal candidate can confidently follow recipes, move efficiently in a busy kitchen, and work seamlessly as part of a team. Experience with a wide range of ingredients and cooking techniques is a must. Our goal is to maintain and elevate our reputation as one of Ottawa's most beloved restaurants.

Responsibilities:

• Set up workstations with necessary ingredients and equipment
• Prepare ingredients (chopping, peeling, cutting, etc.)
• Cook dishes using a variety of utensils and methods (grilling, sautéing, frying, etc.)
• Monitor food during preparation, stirring and turning as needed
• Ensure beautiful plating and presentation of each dish
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen
• Properly store all food and ingredients
• Inspect ingredients for quality and freshness
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering supplies

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a cook
• Proficiency with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware
• Knowledge of multiple cooking methods and techniques
• Strong understanding of sanitation and food safety procedures
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent communication skills

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00-$23.00 per hour

Work Location: In person