Seasonal Prep Cook (Full-Time) - Eataly Sherway Gardens
Eataly North America · Toronto, ON, Canada
Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:
- EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
- SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
- LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge
This is a seasonal position with an expected end date of 01/10/2027.
A Prep Cook prepares a variety of food items and all prepared ingredients that will be distributed to the kitchens to be cooked for restaurants. Reports to the Head Chef.
- Washes, peels, slices and mixes vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses and other ingredients for salads, cold plates, side dishes, entrees, appetizers and garnishes
- Follows recipes and complies with portion sizes, quality standards, department rules and procedures and Department of Health regulations
- Cleans all utensils, preparation equipment and counters required for production
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
- 1+ year of kitchen experience
- Basic math skills
- Good knife skills and finger dexterity to use small tools and utensils adeptly
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Job Requirements
- Must hold a valid Food Handlers Certification
- Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and exert well-paced mobility
- Ability to spend up to 8 hours standing or walking in a kitchen and restaurant environment
- Ability to work with commercial equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc.
Compensation
- Compensation for this role is CAD $19.00-$22.00 hourly, plus tips
- This position has been posted to fill a current vacancy
Benefits and Perks
- Paid Time Off
- Free family meal daily
- Discounts at Eataly
- Classes on products and Italian cuisine
- Referral bonus program
- and more!