Line Cook - Niagara Falls, Canada - Arterra Wines Canada

Description

Job Description:

Location:
Jackson Triggs Estate Winery

Arterra Wines Canada is Canada's leading producer and marketer of award-winning, globally recognized Canadian and imported wines . We are currently recruiting for Line Cook to join our culinary team.

The Line Cook's work as part of an experienced team to prepare and execute daily food service and private events.

Duties/Responsibilities/Procedures

Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment
Daily opening, closing, and cleaning duties as requested by our winery chef; a prepare team and clean restaurant are essential for positive guest experiences
Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
Handles, stores and rotates all products properly
Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen
Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Estate Chef or manager-on-duty


Qualifications:
A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)


Team members enjoy:
Competitive wage and incentive program
Training & Development Programs
An opportunity to learn about the world of wine


Compensation:
$20/hr + gratuities/incentives

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.