Position: Line Cook
Location: 1585 barrington st - Lotus Kitchen & Bar – Noodle Waroom, Halifax
We are a newly expanded restaurant, and we’re excited to finally move forward!
Staff training is expected to begin in late May, with a soft opening planned for June.
Now that we’re back on track, we’re actively hiring again. If you applied before and are still interested, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re seeing this for the first time — welcome to apply!
About the Role:
Lotus Kitchen & Bar is seeking dependable, detail-oriented Line Cooks to join our kitchen team. If you take pride in preparing high-quality food, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, and want to grow with a creative and modern Asian concept, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare ingredients for cooking, including chopping vegetables and butchering meat
- Cook and plate menu items according to recipes and presentation standards
- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen workspace, including basic dishwashing and cleaning tasks
- Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures at all times
- Monitor food stock levels and report shortages to the chef or manager
- Support kitchen prep, restocking, and opening/closing duties as needed
- Work cooperatively with other kitchen and service team members to ensure smooth operations
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience working in a commercial kitchen; Asian or Chinese cuisine experience is a strong asset
- Passion for food and attention to detail in both prep and presentation
- Knowledge of food safety practices and proper handling procedures
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple tasks
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Valid food handling certification (Food Safe, SafeCheck, or equivalent)
- Language: English is required; Mandarin is a strong asset
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Fun team environment | Growth opportunities | Unique drink program
Join us in creating memorable dining experiences through exceptional culinary skills!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $15.70-$18.00 per hour
Experience:
- Kitchen: 1 year (required)
Language:
- Mandarin (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification/SafeCheck® Advanced (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-05-30
Expected start date: 2025-08-15
