Line Cook - Animl Steakhouse

About Animl

Animl is INK Entertainment’s new steakhouse experience hidden in the heart of King Street West. Animl is a nouveau steakhouse with modern renditions of classic dishes. Aesthetic meats are audacious luxury. All will be within reach, from delicate buttery fish from the farthest Patagonian region to selected meats from the Canadian prairies to beer-fed cattle from Japan.

Job Summary

The Line Cooks are responsible for day-to-day food preparation. Our Culinary Team Members show attention to detail in all of their work. Cleanliness is key and maintained throughout service and they will always go out of their way to take care of our members and guest’s special requests. Working with a team first mentality and going above and beyond is something they do proudly.

INK Entertainment prides itself in providing the Culinary Team with cross-training opportunities for all positions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform delegated tasks from Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to venue standards
• Prepares vegetables, fruit, meat and seafood with great technique and following safe food handling procedures at all times
• Preparing food from scratch, according to recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications set out by the leadership team
• Maintaining a prep list of station duties and taking effective notes for station set up and service
• Maintaining clean and organized stations at all times, without exception
• Following FIFO method to maximize product freshness
• Assisting in food inventory and control; restocking any low items during shift
• Cleaning food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Reporting any equipment/utensil malfunctions/deficiencies to Chef on duty
• Assisting in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Operating standard kitchen equipment with caution and care
• Performing all opening and closing assignments as instructed
• Adhering to the Health and Safety policies and procedures outlined in the Health and Safety Program, WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Treating their colleagues with respect and dignity at all times
• Working collaboratively with the Culinary Team
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Experience cooking and handling food in a high-volume dining restaurant
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing
• Ability to lift items of up to 40 lbs.

Note: salary will be dependant on experience.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

INK Entertainment believes in equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness.

Accessibility

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Right Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience

• Culinary: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person