Role overview

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

A cook who loves the rush. Someone who shows up ready, keeps their station dialed in, and holds the standard when it's 400 covers deep and the tickets aren't stopping. You don't wait to be told what needs doing. You see it, you do it, and you bring everyone around you up with you.

WHAT THE ROLE LOOKS LIKE

Executing dishes consistently and efficiently across your station during high-volume service
Preparing mise en place to spec before every service — no shortcuts
Maintaining a clean, organized station throughout the entire shift
Communicating clearly with the team during service to keep the line moving
Receiving and storing product properly, rotating stock and minimizing waste
Following all recipes, plating standards, and portion guidelines
Upholding all health, safety, and food handling standards at all times
Supporting the team during prep and assist with closing duties as assigned

WHAT YOU BRING

Minimum 1 yearr o experience on a professional line
Ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment
Strong knife skills and solid foundational cooking techniques
A team-first attitude and genuine passion for the craft
Valid Food Handler certification or willingness to obtain
Physical stamina - on your feet, in the heat, for the full shift

WHY QH?

Because the team is the reason we win.

At Queens Harbour, every person on this line knows what the person next to them needs — and they deliver it before being asked. That's not a policy. That's just how we're built. When you're part of this crew you feel it from day one — in the way we communicate, the way we grind through a brutal Saturday together, and the way we celebrate when we nail it.

You'll spend your summer at one of the most exciting spots in the city. Waterfront views, a packed house every night, and a kitchen that operates at a level most cooks never get to experience. That combination is rare. We know it. Come find out for yourself.

245 Queens Quay West, Toronto Full-time and part-time available Summer season - get in now

Ready to cook at the most exciting restaurant in Canada this summer?
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Queens Harbour is where Toronto comes to feel something. Vibrant spaces, real energy, moments that don't fade. We hold ourselves to a standard, the people who thrive here wouldn't have it any other way.
Join the tight knit team redefining hospitality.