Line Cook
Gusto 501 brings an authentic, community-driven culinary experience to Toronto’s east end. In partnership with award-winning architecture and design firm, Partisans, Gusto 54 Restaurant Group is transforming the once-auto body shop at 501 King St. East, into five levels of open-air dining space, each with its own unique food and drink menu. This architecturally significant addition to Toronto’s Corktown neighbourhood is punctuated by a floor-to-ceiling glass façade, reclaimed terracotta accents, and the “attico” – an intimate space designed for immersive Chef dinners.
The Role:- Prepare food to order as specified by the Chef and guest
- Follow recipes accurately as outlined by Chef
- Coordinate timing of dish completion with other cooks, as directed by Chef
- Accommodate special requests and dietary restrictions as directed by Chef
- Station ownership
- Ensure all mis en place needed for service is ready for use
- Prior to service, prep dish elements such as stocks and garnishes. This may include chopping vegetables and butchery.
- Ensure tools such as knives, pans, are in place
- Perform duties in accordance with Ontario Health and Safety Standards
- Sanitize work stations
- Regular hand-washing & station disinfection
- Mark and date all stored food
- Ensure dishes are prepared to accurate temperature
- Station clean up
- Disposing of waste & accountability to composting programs
- Sweep and mop
- Clean all surfaces on the station
- Store or dispose of all unused items
The right person for this role has the strong organizational skills and prioritizes service and cleanliness. Eager to engage with other team members to work together and chooses to be positive and have fun always.
Preference will be given to those who possess:- Previous experience in high volume kitchen or equivalent experience
- Time management skills
- Thorough understanding of safe food handling
- Excellent communication skills
- Pastry experience
- A comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits program
- 24-7 access to a health concierge and discounted memberships to wellness-driven products
- Discounted dining privileges at all of our restaurants
- Consistent schedule and safe, positive work environment
- Access to regular training and development programming
- Competitive salary
Gusto 54 is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse working environment. We prohibit discrimination based on legally protected classes in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws including ethnic origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and gender identity/gender expression. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation during the interviewing process, please let us know.
Kindly note, candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Extended Health Benefits, Free Meals
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