Chinese/ Asian Cook (Wok Cook)

Chinese / Asian Cook (Wok Cook)

Food World Plus – Fresh 50 Kitchen
50 Matheson Blvd E, Mississauga, ON
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $19.00 – $21 per hour (based on experience)

Food World Plus is a modern, large-format grocery destination bringing global cuisines together under one roof. At Fresh 50 Kitchen, our live cooking concept delivers authentic, high-quality international flavours through ready-to-eat meals, hot food stations, and grab-and-go offerings. Our mission is to create a vibrant food experience by combining premium ingredients, expert chefs, and diverse culinary traditions.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chinese / Asian Cook with strong expertise in Chinese and Asian cuisine. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with wok cooking, high-volume food production, and delivering consistent, high-quality dishes in a fast-paced retail kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation & Production

• Prepare authentic Chinese and Asian dishes

• Demonstrate strong wok cooking techniques, including heat control, timing, and seasoning

• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation

• Execute daily mise en place (“everything in its place”) and batch cooking for retail and hot food stations

• Maintain freshness and quality across all prepared food displays

Menu Development & Innovation

• Support development of new menu items and seasonal offerings

• Assist in creating combo meals, family packs, and promotional items

• Standardize recipes, portion sizes, and plating for consistency and cost control

• Introduce innovative Indo-Chinese and Asian-inspired dishes based on customer trends

Kitchen Operations

• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, equipment, and workstations

• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and stock rotation (FIFO)

• Assist with inventory control, ordering, and minimizing waste

• Adhere to WHMIS and workplace safety guidelines

Team Support & Collaboration

• Work closely with Sous Chef, Department Head, and kitchen team

• Assist in training junior staff on cooking techniques and recipes

• Maintain strong communication and teamwork during peak hours

• Execute tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Customer Experience & Quality

• Ensure food displays are appealing, fresh, and well-presented

• Maintain high standards aligned with Fresh 50’s brand and quality expectations

• Contribute to delivering an exceptional in-store food experience

Qualifications & Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in Chinese / Asian cuisine

• Strong knowledge of wok cooking and high-heat techniques

• Experience in high-volume kitchen or food retail environment

• Food Handler Certification (required or willingness to obtain)

• Basic knife skills and understanding of professional cooking methods

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hot kitchen environment

• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wages

• Growth and development opportunities

• Exposure to diverse global cuisines and modern cooking techniques

• Opportunity to be part of a dynamic, high-energy food concept

Skills

• Wok cooking

• Food safety & sanitation

• Time management & multitasking

• Attention to detail

• Team collaboration

• Kitchen operations

Additional Information

This is an active hiring role as part of our ongoing expansion and operational needs.

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