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Employment

Thanks for your interest in working with us!

We pride ourselves on creating a workplace that fosters growth and encourages long-term employment. The service and food industry is infamous for it's high turnover rate, but our employees often stay on with us for years. 

All our staff receive a 20% discount on retail products (groceries and treats) and a combination of highly discounted and/or free meals from the kitchen while on shift. They share gratuities equally, and enjoy little perks like staff social events, paid breaks, free coffee and tea. After the three month probationary period they also have the option to opt-in to our extensive employee health benefits package.

We are currently hiring a cook - you'll find the details below:

 

Prep and Line Cook

Type: Part-time, potential for full-time

Hours: Approx. 30hrs/week

Starting Wage: $16.50/hr + shared gratuities

Deadline: ASAP

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

  1. High School Diploma
  2. 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, but it's not a requirement to apply. 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 8 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.

How to apply

Email your resume and cover letter to info@springhousemarket.ca 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.