Kitchen Helper - Toronto, Canada - Kinka Izakaya Original

Description

About KINKA IZAKAYA

Known for its bustling atmosphere, lively staff and unique menu of Japanese tapas, KINKA IZAKAYA is a favourite among the diverse crowd of both locals and tourists in Toronto and Montreal.

A pioneer of the izakaya dining experience in Canada, KINKA IZAKAYA first opened in the winter of 2009, introducing Toronto to the world of Japanese pubs.

Featuring an extensive drink menu, dishes at KINKA IZAKAYA can be paired with a selection of refreshing beers, premium sake and Japanese-inspired cocktails.

OVERVIEW:

Kitchen Staff are responsible for setting up workstations and preparing ingredients for the cooking process. Kitchen Staff perform basic cooking duties and day-to-day kitchen operations.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and portion all items, promptly, efficiently and with attention to detail
• Monitor food temperatures and report any discrepancies
• Utilize various kitchen skills and cooking methods to meet brand standards
• Prepare and stock all line product items and garnishes, including maintaining assigned par levels
• Evaluate the quality of food products and prep items, report any discrepancies
• Wash and sanitize all glassware, dinnerware, cutlery and serviceware, ready for use
• Set up pots, pans, trays, kitchen service items and utensils for soaking when required and washing as needed
• Operate dishwasher as directed to ensure chemicals and water temperature are as expected
• Maintain dishwashing areas to ensure the utmost organization and visual appeal
• Perform necessary trash and waste duties as required
• Maintain kitchen areas to ensure the utmost organization and visual appeal
• Follow proper inventory and receiving procedures
• Comply and action on all health, food safety and hygiene standards and policies
• Other duties may be assigned

REQUIREMENTS:


Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of previous restaurant kitchen or cooking experience is an asset
• Food Handler, Food Safety, or equivalent certification is an asset

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong communication skills in English; Japanese and French are considered an asset
• Energetic the ability to work in a fastpaced environment
• Team player assist in a positive guest experience however necessary
• Proven ability to keep an organized work environment

Hours of Work

• Parttime position

- must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours

• Ability to work flexible shifts

- mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays


Benefits
Aside from working at the best Japanese Ramen spot in Canada, you can participate in our:

• Staff discounts across all Kinka Family group restaurants globally (KINKA IZAKAYA, KINTON RAMEN, JABISTRO, NEO COFFEE BAR, KINTON RAMEN and KINKA SUSHI BAR IZAKAYA)
• Staff meals
• Referral Program
• Flexible shift schedules are available

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This position works in extreme temperatures
- hot and cold and requires standing for up to 8 hours per shift, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. This position also requires lifting to 40 lbs from floor to waist, and waist to shoulder. This position also requires twisting, turning, and reaching


Health & Safety
Must work in compliance with the Health and Safety Act Regulation and follow in accordance with the Company's Health and Safety policies and procedures


About KINKA FAMILY

Founded in 2009, KINKA FAMILY was born from our passion to revolutionize Japanese hospitality experiences and to bring original and flavourful Japanese food to the world.

Today, we're recognized as Canada's largest Japanese restaurant brand, operating a diverse portfolio of restaurants and cafés around the world.

We have several brands under our umbrella and each brand is unique in its concept to bring guests on a unique culinary journey unlike any other.

As we look ahead, our standards for excellence in our food and service continue to be our guiding vision so that we can give our guests the best Japanese food experience.

Diversity & Inclusion
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