Cook

Location: 218 Vickers Street South, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Wage: $19.00 per hour

Language: English

Vacancies: 1

Fort William Curling Club Kitchen is located in Thunder Bay, Ontario and offers a variety of Asian and Canadian cuisine for dine-in, take-out, and delivery. The restaurant specializes in authentic Chinese and Japanese-inspired dishes and serves both local residents and visitors in the Thunder Bay community. We are committed to providing high-quality food and consistent service in a welcoming dining environment.

Fort William Curling Club Kitchen is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare and cook high-quality Asian cuisine dishes, maintain kitchen operations, and support daily menu preparation. The successful candidate will contribute to menu planning, inventory management, and maintaining a safe and efficient kitchen environment.

Job Duties

• Prepare and cook a variety of Asian and Canadian dishes according to established recipes and menu requirements
• Plan menus and prepare daily lunch and dinner specials in coordination with management
• Develop new recipes and dishes to enhance the restaurant’s menu offerings
• Determine appropriate portion sizes and estimate food requirements for meal preparation
• Inspect kitchen equipment and work areas to ensure cleanliness and proper food safety practices
• Maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, and quality control
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in ordering food supplies and ingredients
• Check incoming deliveries to ensure correct quantity and quality of ingredients
• Coordinate kitchen activities with other cooks and kitchen staff to ensure efficient service
• Supervise and provide training to cook helpers and kitchen assistants when required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
• Perform other related duties as required

Employment Requirements

• Completion of secondary school
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a cook, preferably in Asian cuisine 
• Experience preparing high-volume meals (e.g., meals for 40 or more customers) is an asset
• Cook trade certification is considered an asset but not mandatory
• Strong knowledge of Asian cooking techniques such as stir-frying, wok cooking, and sauce preparation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment and maintain consistent food quality
• Strong organizational, time-management, and teamwork skills
• Ability to supervise kitchen helpers and coordinate kitchen operations

Interested candidates may submit their resume to: Fwcckitchen@gmail.com 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.