Line Cook ( 2nd or 3rd Commis)

Job summary

The 2nd Line Cook is responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality menu items while maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen station. They must work efficiently within the culinary team to ensure consistent food quality and timely service during busy periods.

Job details

Hospitality Careers at Brookstreet Hotel – Deliver Exceptional Guest Experiences with Us 2nd Line Cook POSITION SUMMARY The 2nd Line Cook (2nd Commis) is a key member of the Brookstreet Hotel Culinary Team, responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality food in a fast-paced hotel environment. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the 2nd Line Cook works closely with the culinary team to ensure consistent food quality, presentation, portion control, and timely service. The successful candidate is passionate about food, takes pride in their work, and thrives in a team-oriented environment where delivering sensational experiences to our guests is the priority. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to Brookstreet standards, recipes, and specifications. Set up and maintain an assigned kitchen station for efficient service. Assist with daily food preparation, including chopping, portioning, sauces, garnishes, and other mise en place. Follow recipes and established food preparation and presentation standards. Ensure all food is prepared and served at the appropriate quality, temperature, and presentation. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout the shift. Monitor food quality, freshness, and proper storage. Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food products as required. Follow proper food handling, sanitation, and health and safety procedures. Work efficiently during busy service periods while maintaining quality and consistency. Communicate effectively with the culinary team members. Assist other kitchen stations and team members as required to support smooth service. Minimize food waste and use products efficiently. Complete opening, closing, and cleaning duties as assigned. Follow all Brookstreet Hotel policies, procedures, and standards. QUALIFICATIONS Previous experience as a Line Cook or similar culinary role. Culinary education or apprenticeship experience is an asset. Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to follow recipes, portion specifications, and plating standards. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work independently while contributing positively to the culinary team. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Food Handler Certification is an asset. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts. Must be available minimum three shifts per week. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We are looking for a dependable and motivated culinary professional who takes pride in creating quality food and contributing to a positive kitchen environment. The ideal candidate is a team player who remains calm under pressure, is eager to learn, and is committed to providing the quality and service standards Brookstreet Hotel is known for. Brookstreet is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin. Brookstreet Hotel welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities, to support the Integrated Accessibility Standards, Ontario Regulation 191/11 for the Employment Standards set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodations and/or a copy of these documents in an alternate format for reasons related to a disability, please contact Human Resources at 613-271-3592. To review our AODA IASR Employment Policy please contact the Human Resources.

What you’ll do

The 2nd Line Cook is responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality menu items while maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen station. They must work efficiently within the culinary team to ensure consistent food quality and timely service during busy periods.

Requirements

Candidates should have previous experience in a culinary role and possess strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques. A Food Handler Certification is considered an asset, and the role requires flexible availability for shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Food preparation
• Cooking techniques
• Kitchen equipment operation
• Sanitation
• Food safety
• Portion control
• Plating
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Mise en place
• Menu item presentation
• Food Quality Assurance And Control
• Composure
• Productivity Improvement
• Organizational Skills
• Willingness To Learn
• Safety Procedures
• Service Standards
• Food Handler's Card
• Culinary Education
• Cooking
• Culinary Arts
• Disabilities
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Food Preparation
• Mise En Place
• Recipes
• Team Oriented
• Calmness Under Pressure
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Hospitality
• Food & Beverage
• Line Cook
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Fast Food