Prep Cook

Prep Cooks at Mamakas Taverna

We are looking for 2 skilled and experienced prep cooks to join our culinary team at Mamakas Taverna

Compensation: $18-$21 an hour to start (depending on experience) + weekly tips + health benefits package after 3 months of employment (for full time employees)

Work Location: 80 Ossington Ave. Toronto, ON

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare all recipes perfectly according to recipe specifications
• Assist in product ordering and inventory maintenance of prep related items, inspecting items as they arrive for quality, and communicating any and all shortages or issues to the Chef in a timely manner
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues
• Help coordinate production as it relates to restaurant and banquet functions
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings
• Maintain proper rotation and organization of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
• Ensure storeroom requisitions are accurate
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Schedule: Mornings/Daytime, Weekends, Holidays (8am start)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the Culinary field required (3+ years in a high volume kitchen/food prep role is required)
• Must have strong culinary knowledge
• Must be available to work full time/5 shifts a week, 40-50 hours a week - 8am start time, end times vary
• Must be able to work with little supervision
• Must have a strong ability to follow and execute recipes perfectly
• Strong math skills/ability to scale recipes accurately
• Knowledge and experience with various kitchen equipment is required
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders
• Frequent ascending/descending stairs

What is in it for you:

• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across Mamakas Food Group Concepts
• Health benefits for full time employees after 3 months of employment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON M6J 2Y7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Cooking: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person