Looking for cooks (Chef de Partie) who want more than just another line cook job.
If you are the kind of cook who gets excited about service, loves the pressure of a busy dinner rush, and wants to become a better chef every day, keep reading.
NeXT in Stittsville is growing our culinary team and we're looking for two motivated line cooks to join our team. These essential roles are to fill positions on our Saucier (Hot Line) station, and Garde Manger (Cold Line) station. This isn't a kitchen where you'll spend your days opening boxes and hitting timers. We cook from scratch, work as a team, and take pride in every plate that leaves the pass. If you're serious about cooking, we want to meet you.
What You'll Be Doing
- Working on one of our busiest à la carte stations.
- Learning our recipes, techniques, and standards from experienced chefs.
- Producing consistent, high-quality food during dinner service and special events.
- Supporting banquet production and helping wherever the team needs you.
- Keeping your station clean, organized, and service-ready.
Who We're Looking for;
We would love to speak with you if you:
- Have 2–3 years of professional kitchen experience.
- Have graduated from culinary school (or have equivalent professional experience).
- Thrive in fast-paced kitchens.
- Want honest feedback and are always looking to improve.
- Show up on time, ready to work.
- Leave your ego at the door and believe great kitchens are built on teamwork.
- Care about details, consistency, and putting out food you're proud of.
We're looking for cooks who want to build a career—not just work another job.
What You'll Earn
Total compensation averages $24–$26 per hour, made up of:
- Base wage of $19–$21/hour (depending on experience), in addition to,
- Quarterly gratuity sharing from our à la carte dining room
- Additional gratuity from special events
Hours range from 25–40 hours per week, depending on business levels.
Why Work at NeXT?
We're invested in developing cooks.
You'll gain experience in:
- Scratch cooking and modern techniques
- High-volume à la carte service
- Banquet execution
- Station management
- Time management and organization
- Teamwork in a professional brigade
Perks
- Complimentary staff parking
- Paid breaks
- 20% off dining at NeXT
- Professional, respectful kitchen culture
- Opportunities to grow as the business continues to expand
Before You Apply
NeXT is located in Stittsville, so reliable transportation is essential.
We're currently hiring applicants who already live in Ottawa or the surrounding area. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor or support international work permits or visas.
Dinner service runs 5:00 PM–9:00 PM, seven days a week, with additional banquet and event opportunities throughout the year.
About NeXT
NeXT is an 11,000-square-foot hospitality destination featuring:
- A 110-seat à la carte dining room
- Three banquet and event spaces accommodating up to 130 guests
- Catering and private events
- A culinary team committed to quality, creativity, and continuous improvement
If you're ready to work hard, learn from experienced chefs, and build your career in one of Ottawa's most respected independent kitchens, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply in confidence today.
Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have your own form of transportation?
- Have you attended Culinary School?
Experience:
- Cooking: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
