We are an Italian restaurant in Markham. Our goal is to bring innovative Italian dishes and a vibrant dining experience to the suburbs of Toronto. We mainly serve pizza and pasta in a beautiful dinning space that cater for around 70 guests.
SummaryAs a cook you will take care of your station in the kitchen, preparing food in a professional manner as well as collaborating with other staffs in the restaurant to ensure a smooth operation on a day to day basis. Including preparation of food, maintaining appetizer/main/dessert station, working with the POS, keep the BOH area clean, catering to guests needs, inventory management, and assisting in events.
As a cook at Mattarello some of your key duties and responsibilities would include:
- Knowledge of all menu items
- Catering to guests preferences/allergies and preparing alternative ingredients in regards to their choices
- Cooking and preparing of food
- Keeping the restaurant space clean and organized
- Polishing and distributing glassware and flatware
- Assist in menu creation
Experience and Skillset Preferred:- Previous experience as a cook, preferably in an Italian restaurant
- Knowledge of Italian cuisine with experience on pasta, pizza, and protein
- Demonstrates excellent cooking skills
- Being able to adapt and work in a very fast paced environment
- Written & oral English skills
- Teamwork skills and leadership
- Communication skills
- Problem solving skills
- Commercial awareness
- Knowledge of POS/payment systems, spreadsheets, email.
- Smart serve
- 1 year experience in hospitality
Beneficial attributes- Knowledge of Italian cuisine/pasta/pizza/protein
- First Aid/Food Handlers Certificate
Benefits:- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Experience:- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)