Kitchen Staff/Cook

Texas Barbecue of Canada
7931 Highway 17 E, Desbarats, ON
$18–$20 an hour - Permanent, Full-time

Job details

Pay

  • $18–$20 an hour

Job type

  • Permanent
  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • 8 hour shift
  • Weekends as needed

Location

7931 Highway 17 E, Desbarats, ON

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description

  • Flexible schedule
  • Discounted or free food

Full job description

Back of House Kitchen Staff – Texas Barbecue of Canada

At Texas Barbecue of Canada, we serve authentic slow-smoked barbecue with pride and precision. We’re looking for dedicated, hardworking kitchen staff who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and take pride in preparing excellent food.

Location: Texas Barbecue of Canada, 7931 Highway 17, Desbarats, Ontario P0R1E0
Compensation: Competitive hourly pay including tips
Hours: AM and PM shifts (Weekdays and Weekends)

Job Responsibilities:

Food Preparation & Cooking

  • Prepare meats, sides, sauces, and other menu items following recipes and quality standards.
  • Operate smokers, grills, fryers, slicers, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Maintain proper food storage, handling, and labeling to ensure freshness and safety.

Teamwork & Kitchen Flow

  • Work alongside cooks, prep staff, and front-of-house team to keep service running smoothly.
  • Follow kitchen procedures and food safety protocols to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
  • Assist with portioning, plating, and assembling dishes for quick and accurate service.

Cleaning & Maintenance

  • Keep kitchen areas clean and sanitized, including equipment, prep stations, and floors.
  • Follow daily and weekly deep-cleaning schedules for all kitchen areas.
  • Properly dispose of waste, recycling, and food waste as needed.

Efficiency & Problem-Solving

  • Stay organized and proactive during high-volume service times.
  • Work quickly while maintaining attention to detail and consistency.
  • Communicate effectively with the team to resolve kitchen challenges in real time.

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Hardworking and dependable – Shows up ready to work.
  • Team player – Flexible, Understanding, Helpful. Works well under pressure and supports others.
  • Fast and efficient – Can handle high-volume service.
  • Attention to detail – Keeps food quality and safety top priority.
  • Previous kitchen experience? Yes, please!

Join Our Team!
If you love great food, teamwork, and a high-energy kitchen environment, we’d love to hear from you! Apply in person or send your resume to kate@texasbbq.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week

Additional pay:

  • Bonus pay
  • Tips

Benefits:

  • Discounted or free food
  • Flexible schedule

Flexible language requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Experience:

  • kitchen: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person