PART-TIME PREP / LINE COOK
Tuesday–Saturday | Shifts between 6 AM and 5 PM
WAGE: $17.20/hour + participation in tip pool
START DATE: ASAP
ABOUT US
At C'est Tout Bakery & Bistro, we’re a fast-paced, high-volume bakery and bistro located in downtown Smiths Falls. Known for our daily lunch specials, takeout meals, and from-scratch baked goods, we serve loyal regulars, catering clients, and visitors alike. Our team takes pride in crafting food that feels both special and familiar.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re looking for a skilled Prep / Line Cook who thrives in a busy kitchen and brings strong organizational skills and efficiency to their station. You’ll support the daily production of high-quality dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and well-established recipes. Your ability to follow prep plans, manage time effectively, and uphold cleanliness standards is essential.
If you’re energized by a fast-moving environment and enjoy working independently while contributing to a collaborative team, this could be your next opportunity.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Follow daily prep lists and recipes as outlined by the Kitchen Manager and Chef
- Label, stock, and organize ingredients to ensure smooth kitchen flow
- Measure and portion ingredients according to specifications
- Wash, chop, and prepare produce and proteins as required
- Execute basic cooking techniques (reducing sauces, parboiling, braising)
- Assemble and prepare simple dishes and components for service
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace
- Ensure all food items are stored and rotated properly
- Adhere to nutrition, hygiene, and food safety standards
- Complete other kitchen duties as assigned
WHO YOU ARE
- Naturally organized, with a methodical approach to your work
- Comfortable working independently and managing your prep schedule
- Dependable, punctual, and take ownership of your responsibilities
- Steady under pressure in a high-volume setting
- Positive and communicative teammate with a balanced temperament
- Experienced working in a commercial kitchen (please include references)
- Skilled with knives and familiar with standard cuts and techniques
- Comfortable using commercial kitchen equipment safely
- Open to learning, coachable, and receptive to feedback
- Culinary school experience is an asset but not required
CONDITIONS
- Must be available Tuesday through Saturday, between 6 AM and 5 PM
- Must hold or be willing to obtain Safe Food Handling Certification
- Holiday closure: 2-week annual break over Christmas
WHAT WE OFFER
- Respectful, self-managed work environment — no micromanaging
- Competitive pay, shared tips, employee benefits program
- Opportunities for growth, cross-training, and skill development
- Supportive team culture where quality and consistency come first
Ready to bring your skills to a team that values craftsmanship and collaboration? Apply today and tell us why this role is right for you.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US
We hire grown-ups and we will treat you like one. You will be expected to take responsibility for yourself; we do not micromanage. We are building a team of competent and highly engaged team members whose goal is to provide high quality products and customer service to our family of clients and customers.
We provide competitive wages, opportunities for growth and training, an employee benefits program and a supportive team environment.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply via Indeed, submit your resume and other relevant documents (Smart Serve, references, etc) and introduce yourself via email to [email protected] and of course, we welcome you to stop by the restaurant to drop off your documents – but not during lunch time please!
Only candidates who fit our hiring criteria will be contacted for an in person interview.
If this challenge excites you, we’re gonna get along just fine!
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $17.20 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Additional pay:
- Tips
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- prep/line cook: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-08-19
