Line Cook, Part Time, Kitchener Auditorium

Compass Canada • Kitchener, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, seasonal, contractual position at the Kitchener Auditorium. The role involves preparing food in accordance with corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations, ensuring quality food service at all times. The position starts around the last week of August 2026 and concludes in June 2027. The hourly wage rate is $17.60, with final compensation determined by relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The company is committed to offering competitive compensation and complying with pay transparency legislation. Further details about total rewards will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team. Canadian work experience is not a requirement, and artificial intelligence may be used in the recruitment and screening process.

Requirements

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare "mise en place" (setting in place of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery, etc) and other products as required for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree