Job Overview
Motel Chelsea is a woman-owned business with inclusive hiring practices. We are seeking a skilled Lead Line Cook (expediting and hot side) to work 4 days, Thursday to Saturday 12-10pm, and Sundays 10-6pm . You must have a great attitude to join our happy, solid team in a very busy live music listening room with a gastrodiner menu. You need to be a strong expediter: fast and precise on the line, clean, organized with clear communication.
You must have a solid grasp of emotional regulation to fit in with our team that works well together.
You must have your own vehicle as we are 15 minutes from the Byward Market, but with limited public transportation.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines
- Assist with food preparation tasks such as chopping, marinating, and assembling ingredients
- Ensure all food handling procedures comply with safety and sanitation standards
- Maintain cleanliness of workstations, utensils, and kitchen equipment throughout shifts
- Serve dishes promptly and accurately to guests, ensuring quality control
- Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations during busy periods
- Follow food industry best practices for storage, portioning, and waste management
- Support the overall food service process by assisting with meal assembly and plating as needed
Qualifications
- Prior experience in food service, restaurant, or kitchen environments preferred
- Knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and meal presentation
- Familiarity with food safety regulations and proper handling procedures
- Strong understanding of the food industry standards for cleanliness and hygiene
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail
- Excellent teamwork skills with a positive attitude toward collaboration
- Basic knowledge of serving protocols and customer service principles is a plus
Join our team as a Line Cook and bring your culinary skills to life in a dynamic restaurant setting. We value professionalism, dedication, and a passion for delivering outstanding food experiences.
Motel Chelsea has a robust lineup of live music, comedy, theatre & literary readings. A boutique art motel with 7 rooms and 2 two-bedroom suites, a glamper, a restaurant, a quirky gift shop, and an event space, Motel Chelsea features curated local art, vintage touches with modern appointments, and a globally-inspired gastrodiner. Each individual room is an art experience, named after an iconic motel with design that riffs off of the moniker. Lie in bed under a tree canopy, experience a video installation in your room or lounge in a space inspired by Dean Martin’s breezy charm. From our Reclaimed River Pine floors to our Silk and Snow Organic Mattresses, we are lovers of the earth. MC is minutes from the Gatineau Park Trailhead, Le Spa Nordik, Great Canadian Bungy, the Gatineau River, Eco-Odessée (forest skating and water maze paddling), and more!An escape to nature where locals, foodies, culture-seekers, and travellers intersect.
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- You must have a strong grasp of emotional regulation and professionalism
Work Location: In person
