Job Description

There's no place like Friends of Dorothy, a delicious & delightful lounge where you can find signature cocktails, upscale dishes, and fabulous entertainment. Feel at home in a place that straddles a classy VIP experience and a zany, be-yourself atmosphere. Louis the XIV meets punk chic at our downtown Victoria lounge!Dorothy's is looking to add a Line Cook to our team as we gear up for our busy season! As a Line Cook at Friends of Dorothy, you are the face of a wonderful inclusive space for queers, allies, and everyone in between. It is a space free of discrimination, harassment and prejudice. The foundation of our culture leads with kindness, tolerance and compassion.Responsibilities for Line Cook

• Prepare ingredients then cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at work station and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery
• Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol
• Maintain a clean work station area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves
• Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the line supervisor, sous-chef, or executive chef

Qualifications for Line Cook High School Diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree preferred 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resortUnderstanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
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• Ability to read and follow cooking directions
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Must be organized and self-motivated
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 25 per weekSalary: $17.00-$24.00 per hourAdditional pay:

• Tips

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (preferred)