Line Cook/Prep Cook

Job description

De Luca’s Specialty Food Store was established in 1968 as a grocery store and small restaurant featuring authentic Italian foods and catering primarily to Winnipeg’s Italian community. Today, De Luca’s now caters to a broad cross-section of people across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and North-Western Ontario. The client base is drawn by internationally imported products specializing in Mediterranean foods, meats, and cheeses as well as De Luca’s homemade sausages, pastas, sauces, and in-store bakery.

We are looking for a professional line cook to prepare food to the exact chef’s specifications and to set up stations for menu. Line cook duties will consist of assisting the executive and sous chef with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and cook food items according to recipes and quality standards

- Assist with food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables, marinating meats, and preparing sauces

- Ensure that all food is prepared in a safe and sanitary manner, following proper food handling and safety guidelines

- Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies

- Clean and maintain work areas, equipment, and utensils

- Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient service

- Follow recipes, portion control, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant

Qualifications:

- Previous experience as a line cook or prep cook in a restaurant or similar food service establishment is preferred

- Knowledge of food safety principles and practices

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

- Ability to work well as part of a team

- Excellent communication skills

- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

If you have a passion for cooking and want to be part of a dynamic team in the food industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our kitchen staff!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (preferred)
• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R1 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R1: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person