Job Description

Company Overview

Cafe Portrait is a cozy, locally owned cafe and brunch spot dedicated to providing high-quality food and exceptional service. Since 2020, we have been a welcoming home away from home for our community in the West End, offering a variety of delicious options from espresso drinks to healthy brunch choices.

Summary

Cafe Portrait is a cozy, art-filled brunch cafe in Vancouver known for its warm atmosphere, hand-crafted decor, and thoughtful, creative dishes. We are looking for a

Cook & Kitchen Lead

-- someone who loves hands-on cooking but is also excited to

help with menu creation, plating, inventory management, and training new kitchen staff

.

This is a

hybrid role

: you'll spend most of your time cooking and plating dishes, but you'll also play a key role in shaping the kitchen workflow, creating new menu items, and keeping the kitchen organized.

What You Will Do

Prepare and cook brunch and cafe-style dishes with consistency, accuracy, and speed Assist with menu development, including

creating new menu items and calculating food costs

Execute

high-quality plating and presentation

for every dish Train newly hired kitchen staff Manage daily prep, ensure proper food handling, and follow food safety standards Monitor kitchen workflows and help maintain smooth service during busy periods

Oversee inventory

, track stock levels, and

place orders

as needed Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area Collaborate closely with the FOH and BOH team in a respectful, supportive environment

What We're Looking For

Minimum 3 years of experience

as a Cook or Line Cook in a professional kitchen Strong knowledge of brunch-style cooking, comfort food, and cafe-style dishes Ability to stay calm, organized, and efficient during high-volume service Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented work habits Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team Creativity and passion for food, with an eye for presentation Proven experience in food preparation and cooking within a cafe or restaurant setting. Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices. Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities. Previous experience in a similar role.

What We Offer

Pooled tips shared between BOH and FOH staff, averaging $5-13 per hour Supportive, friendly, and creative workplace culture Fixed scheduling More work hours are provided during busy seasons
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Discounted or free food Paid time off Store discount
Experience:

Kitchen: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

FoodSafe (required)
Work Location: In person