Overview
Prep Cook/Line Cook Jobs in Halifax at Springhouse
We’re a fun plant-based market and eatery in the North End looking for a Prep/Line cook to join our crew. Please note, we’re a very small team so our cooks do everything in the kitchen from preparing meals to dishes and clean up.
Check us out @springhousemkt or our website: www.springhousemarket.ca
Role and Responsibilities
Memorize recipes, procedures, and standard portion sizes.
Set up and stock the line with food ingredients, utensils, and other necessary supplies.
Accurately produce food and drink to-order in a fast-paced environment.
Prepare sauces and ingredients for recipes, by chopping, shredding, weighing and blending.
Package and label meals and products for the retail market.
Prepare catering orders by following recipes and instructions.
Take direction from supervisors, work well independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to speak, write and easily understand English.
Perform inventory checks and order fresh produce.
Always follow food safety guidelines when handling, preparing, or storing food.
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including daily completion of tasks from the Cleaning List.
Rinse dishes and use a commercial dishwasher.
Take out garbage, compost and recycling at the end of the day.
Complete any other relevant tasks that may arise, as needed.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
High School Diploma
Valid Safe Food Handler Certificate (if you don’t have it now you’ll need to take the class within the first 30 days)
Previous Experience
We are looking for someone with at least 1 year experience as a cook in a commercial kitchen, and those candidates will take priority. Regardless of your experience level, you will be trained how to work in our kitchen.
Additional Notes
Approximately 30 hours per week with potential for more hours in the summer.
Must be able to work weekends.
Must be able to stand for 9 hours and lift up to 50lbs.
We require that every member of our team works efficiently and stays focused while on shift. In exchange we strive to provide a respectful, clean, and organized workplace where people feel appreciated. Our team is friendly with each other, and bullying or bad attitudes are not welcome. Management is present and available if staff need assistance, or have any feedback or concerns.
We are a safe space for all marginalized communities. We do not tolerate racism, xenophobia, homophobia, transphobia, fatphobia, ableism, or any other forms of prejudice or hate.
How to apply
Email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Prep/Line Cook Application”. Please be sure to include your full availability in the cover letter as well as highlight any relevant kitchen experience.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
Casual dress
Dental care
Discounted or free food
Extended health care
Store discount
Vision care
Schedule:
Day shift
Every Weekend
Supplemental pay types:
Tips
Experience:
Cooking: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
Food Handler Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Prep Cook/Line Cook
Company: Springhouse
Location: Halifax
