Line Cook

White Squirrel Golf Club is now hiring for all 2026 seasonal contract positions. Job Title: Line Cook Department: Kitchen, Back of House Department Head: Director, Food & Beverage Reporting To: Kitchen Manager Job Summary: The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food to meet the restaurant’s standards of quality, taste, and presentation. This position requires a high level of attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining cleanliness and organization within the kitchen. Responsibilities: Food Preparation & Cooking:Prepare and cook food to order, ensuring all dishes meet the restaurant's standards for quality, presentation, and taste.Follow standardized recipes and portion sizes to ensure consistency across all dishes.Ensure that all dishes are plated according to restaurant standards and are presented attractively to guests in a timely manner.Collaboration & Communication:Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.Be flexible and willing to perform additional tasks as needed (e.g., food prep, dishwashing, cleaning, etc.) to support team goals.Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff and expeditor to ensure timely and accurate delivery of orders.Cleanliness, Safety & Organization:Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is properly cooked and safe for consumption.Follow food safety standards including proper food storage, handling, and sanitation procedures.Operate kitchen equipment such as stoves, grills, ovens, fryers, and slicers in accordance with safety protocols.Maintain the cleanliness of kitchen, cooking equipment, and utensils in accordance with health and safety guidelines.Ensure prep areas and cooking stations are properly stocked and ready for the next shift.Qualifications & Skills: Previous experience as a line cook or in a fast-paced kitchen environment is required.Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen equipment.Ability to follow recipes and directions precisely while working efficiently under pressure.Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality dishes.Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively with colleagues.Certifications Required: Safe Food Handler’s Certification Seen as an AssetPhysical Demands: Ability to stand for extended periods, often for the duration of a shift.Frequent walking, bending, and reaching to access ingredients, equipment, and workstations.Regular lifting and carrying of items up to 50 pounds, including food supplies and equipment.Working in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment with exposure to ovens, stoves, and other high-temperature equipment.Manual dexterity for chopping, cutting, plating, and other food preparation tasks.Stamina to handle long shifts, particularly during busy service periods or events.Application: Apply directly to our Application here:https://forms.gle/ApXu6Eh1QXg5McQd7Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. White Squirrel Golf Club is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process by emailing hr@whitesquirrelgolfclub.com Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal, Fixed term contract Contract length: 2-6 months Pay: $17.20-$22.00 per hour Benefits: Company eventsDiscounted or free foodFlexible scheduleOn-site parkingLocation: Zurich, ON (preferred)Work Location: In person