Restaurant jobs in Waterloo, ON

Company Background

Carlsberg Canada Inc. (CCI) is the Canadian division of Carlsberg Breweries, the world’s third-largest brewer. With about 300 employees at our Oakville head office, Waterloo brewery and across Canada, we proudly brew, distribute, and commercialize Carlsberg products nationwide including Carlsberg, 1664, Landshark, Waterloo Brewing, Somersby, Laker, Garage and Seagram RTDs. Our brewery also proudly works with a variety of co-manufacturing partnerships thanks to our amazing quality standards and operational excellence.

At Carlsberg, no matter your role or function, we are driven not only by what we deliver but also by how we work together—this is our Growth Culture. Built on five core principles, our Growth Culture guides the way we work, innovate, and lead, ensuring we continue Brewing for a Better Today and Tomorrow.

Shift: Afternoons 11:30 - 5:00PM and Evenings 5:00 - 10:00PM

Hours: Approximately 25 hours per week

Must be available Wednesday through Sunday

Role Overview

As a Back of House, you will be responsible for preparing and executing any menu items while ensuring company standards are consistently met. In addition, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment. This role plays key part in ensuring high quality food expectations are met while working in a kitchen environment that maintains efficiency and positivity. Cooks are expected to work collaboratively with all BOH and FOH members, follow all pre-existing recipes and procedures, while upholding all food safety and sanitation standards during each shift.

What you’ll be doing

· Prepare and cook all menu items.

· Prepare food within scheduled time constraints during peak hours.

· Consistently fulfil any food modifications or specifications.

· Maintain strong knowledge of menu items, menu changes, and food preparation procedures to ensure a positive and consistent guest experience.

· Ensure proper portion control and food quality is maintained.

· Ensure presentation, flavour, and quality expectations are consistent.

· Ensure proper communication with all FOH and BOH members for smooth operations.

· Confidently operate various pieces of kitchen equipment.

· Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized work environment.

· Consistently engage in prep, stocking, and setup.

· Assist with opening and closing duties.

· Maintain proper food labelling, and rotation methods.

· Follow all food safety, health, and sanitation regulations.

We’re looking for individuals who bring not only technical expertise, but also a mindset aligned with our Growth Culture principles. You live by “Semper Ardens” which means you are always challenging the status quo and striving for the extraordinary. You foster Positive Energy and Compassion, working with empathy, respect, and openness. You act with Passion for the Consumer, serving as a brand ambassador and keeping the consumer at the heart of your decisions. You demonstrate Decisiveness and Excellence, making confident choices and delivering high-quality results. Finally, you believe in Empowering, Supporting, and Growing People, helping colleagues develop, sharing knowledge, and building trust across the team.

What we’re looking for

· Post Secondary diploma with a focus in hospitality and or Culinary Arts or equivalent preferred.

· 2 or more years of experience in a similar position.

· Reliable, punctual, and team oriented.

· Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

· Collaborative and inclusive when making decisions.

· Physically able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40lbs.

· Strong attention to detail.

· Flexible to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

· Food Handling Safety certification required.

What you can expect

• On-site parking
• Store Discount

CARLSBERG GROUP: BREWING FOR A BETTER TODAY AND TOMORROW

At Carlsberg our diverse perspectives, unique abilities and experiences make us who we are across the Group. With so many iconic brands, we know our differences are what make us stand out. WELCOME YOU is our commitment to promoting this culture and embracing it across all areas of our business. Carlsberg is a place where each of us belongs and where we can be at our best.

For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our beers, and our brands. We want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and international experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive, and prepared for future growth. Only by acknowledging and harvesting from different perspectives and experiences, will we gain competitive advantage and leverage the effect of diversity for business growth. Carlsberg aims to create equal access to opportunity regardless of social identity, and we encourage everyone to apply regardless of gender, nationality, race, religion, disabilities, or any other characteristics.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Experience:

• Back of House: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (required)

Location:

• Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 (preferred)

Work Location: In person