Cook - Carletto

Carletto is the latest restaurant from Gray Collection, bringing the elegance and warmth of Italy to Ottawa. Inspired by traditional Italian gatherings and the simple pleasure of good food, the restaurant blends authentic cuisine with a contemporary spirit. Featuring fresh pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and carefully selected ingredients, each dish celebrates sharing and generosity.

The Cook demonstrates a passion for quality food by preparing and cooking menu items according to established recipes and standards. They ensure consistency and presentation while maintaining a clean and organized workstation and supporting efficient kitchen operations. The main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

RESPONSABILITIES

• Responsible for executing a la minute cooking techniques in a plated restaurant environment, able to execute “on the line” cooking as part of a brigade
• Prepping, preparing and executing food services
• Final assembly of dishes including the cooking, seasoning, and plating of ingredients
• Ensuring stations are stocked, prepped and properly set up for service periods
• Ensure food production is of high quality and accurately timed in an a la carte restaurant environment
• Responsible for the preparation of ingredients, recipes, and designated preparations according to kitchen guidelines and standards
• Ensuring proper storage of food, equipment, and supplies, from their arrival into the kitchen until their intended use
• Aiding chefs and culinary colleagues in production of food items
• Follow and practice proper food handling procedures while maintaining cleanliness of work stations and the kitchen areas
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
• Aid in coordination of prep work across different service and kitchen output
• Using kitchen tools and equipment, safely and properly
• Coordinate with front of house colleagues for seamless guest experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal culinary training (1- or 2-year college or culinary school program, work skills program) OR on the job experience at restaurants with comparable culinary operations
• Food Handler’s Certificate
• Flexible schedule with availability on evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Able to stand or walk for extended periods of time (8 hours) and lift at least 50 lbs
• Understanding of kitchen operations, health and safety rules, food safety, knife skills and a passion for food service and hospitality
• Ability to work in a team environment and to work independently
• Ability to work under pressure and possess strong time management skills
• Valid work permit required