Company: Gusto 501 Inc o/a Gusto 501 (GUSTO 54 Group)
Business Information: Gusto means tasty in Italian. Located in Toronto’s Corktown neighbourhood, Gusto 501 brings together the innovation of sister restaurant Gusto 101 and the soulful hospitality of Janet Zuccarini’s first restaurant, Trattoria Nervosa. Since opening our doors in 2020, Gusto 501 has been serving fresh takes on Italian fare in Toronto’s east end. Designed by award-winning architecture firm PARTISANS, Gusto 501’s space is punctuated by glowing terracotta walls and an oversized “garage door” façade that opens up to reveal a multi-level dining theatre.
Business address: 501 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1L9
Location of work: Same as above
1 vacancy
Type of Employment: Full time, Permanent
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Description:
• Maintain records of food costs, invoices, sales, and inventory
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of cooks and other kitchen workers
• Instruct cooks in the preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Order food and kitchen supplies and receive and store orders
• Estimate food requirements and maintain optimal labor costs throughout service
• Ensure food meets quality standards
• Leading/instructing individuals
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Coordinate timing of dish completion with other cooks
• Label and store or dispose of all unused items
• Perform duties in accordance with Ontario Health and Safety Standards
• Conduct Line Checks and Pre-shift meetings prior to service
• Foster an atmosphere of respectful communication, cooperation and positivity among all team members
Requirements:
- Education: Completion of high school is required
- Experience: A minimum of 1 year experience as a Jr Sous Chef or Sous Chef in a comparable business is required. In the event that the candidate does not have 1 year of relevant experience then equivalent credentials, training OR cook’s trade certificate is required.
- Experience and knowledge of Italian cuisine is a strong asset
- Experience in high volume kitchen is a strong asset
- Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Repetitive tasks, Handling heavy loads (up to 20 lbs), Physically demanding, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, Hand-eye co-ordination, Large workload, Work under pressure, Standing for extended periods
- Personal Suitability: Positive attitude, Efficiency, Energetic, Goal-oriented, Hardworking, Integrity, Proactive, Time management, Collaborative, Dependability, Reliability, Team player, Organized, Effective interpersonal skills, Accurate, Initiative, Judgment, Client focus, Flexibility
- Supervision: 10-12 people
- Language: English is required
Salary: $28.85 per hour
Expected hours: 40 hours per week
Benefits: Uniform is provided, Dental insurance, Extended Medical Insurance, Free meals while working, Employee discount in all our GUSTO 54 restaurants.
Important information: Flexibility in schedule is required. Position requires extended work hours, including evening, night, weekend, and holidays as needed. The candidate will work 6 to 10 hours a day within the rotational shifts that are available from 9:00 AM up to 1:00 AM.
Apply by e-mail to: amadeusz@gusto501.com
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