ABOUT BESO BY PATRIA

Beso by Patria explores authentic Spanish cuisine, masterfully crafted with ingredients imported straight from the motherland. Fresh fish, octopus, shrimp and other seafood is sourced daily to pair perfectly with a vast collection of vino, cócteles, y cerveza. Craft meats are charcoal cooked to perfección, and our famous paella collection is not to be missed.

JOB SUMMARY

Beso by Patria is looking for Prep Cooks that are responsible for day-to-day food preparation. Our Prep Cooks show attention to detail in all of their work. Cleanliness is key and maintained throughout service and they will always go out of their way to take care of our members and guest’s special requests. Working with a team first mentality and going above and beyond is something they do proudly.
INK prides itself in providing the team with cross-training opportunities for all positions and across all INK Entertainment venues. We can offer you full-time, part-time or co-op work while you learn new skills in a life-long profession. Employees of INK will receive dining discounts, early access to some of INK’s events, and enrolment in INK’s Perkopolis perk program!

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant; 2+ years cooking experience for Senior Line Cooks
• Culinary diploma is an asset
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Experience cooking and handling food in a high-volume dining restaurant
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing
• Ability to lift items of up to 40 lbs.
  Note: salary will be dependent on experience.

• Perform delegated tasks from Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to venue standards
• Prepares vegetables, fruit, meat and seafood with great technique and following safe food handling procedures at all times
• Preparing food from scratch, according to recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications set out by the leadership team
• Maintaining a prep list of station duties and taking effective notes for station set up and service
• Maintaining clean and organized stations at all times, without exception
• Following FIFO method to maximize product freshness
• Assisting in food inventory and control; restocking any low items during shift
• Cleaning food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Reporting any equipment/utensil malfunctions/deficiencies to Chef on duty
• Assisting in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Operating standard kitchen equipment with caution and care
• Performing all opening and closing assignments as instructed
• Adhering to the Health and Safety policies and procedures outlined in the Health and Safety Program, WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Treating their colleagues with respect and dignity at all times
• Working collaboratively with the Culinary Team
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required