About the Role:
Fitzrovia is actively seeking a Lead Cook to join our culinary team. As the Lead Cook, you will hold a pivotal role in our kitchen operations, overseeing the culinary experience at our in-house Café Bar, No. 10 Dean, at the Elm (www.elmlife.com) and Ledbury (www.ledburylife.com). No. 10 Dean, serves a diverse array of offerings, including coffee, wine, beer, cocktails, and snacks, all crafted with a focus on the highest quality ingredients and execution to meet the exacting standards of our residents and guests.
Reporting directly to the Cafe Manager, you will lead a team of Cooks, ensuring the efficient execution of daily food operations. Your responsibilities will encompass menu development, cost monitoring, inventory management, team leadership, and upholding food safety compliance.
As we are a highly collaborative team, the successful candidate will be required to work on-site full-time.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. The hourly rate for this position is $21.50.
Our total rewards program recognizes performance, supports well-being, and encourages growth by offering paid vacation and personal days, comprehensive benefits, wellness and mental health resources, and a generous professional development allowance.
Fitzrovia uses AI-enabled tools to assist in screening and assessing applications. Final hiring decisions are made by Fitzrovia’s hiring team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver exceptional hospitality, actively seeking opportunities to exceed guest expectations
- Drive menu development by creating and rotating seasonal features, grab & go items, snacks, light bites, and brunch offerings
- Lead, train, and mentor a team of cooks alongside the Café & Bar Managers, fostering their growth and maintaining high culinary standards
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep, service execution, and food presentation
- Manage inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Track recipe costs and monitor waste, implementing measures to maintain budgetary control
- Collaborate with the event and site team to develop catering and event offerings
- Ensure the kitchen and café spaces are clean, organized, and ready for service
- Support front-of-house as needed, assisting guests with food and beverage orders
Qualifications and Experiences:
- Minimum 5 years of kitchen experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or senior cook role
- Genuine passion for food, cooking, and hospitality
- Experience with and a strong desire to lead, motivate, and develop a team
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated and resourceful, comfortable taking ownership of kitchen operations
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
- Food Handlers' Certificate and Smart Serve Certification required
- Bachelor's degree, Diploma or Certificate in hospitality management is an asset
- Knowledge of cocktails, beer and wine is an asset
- Strong teamwork, decision-making & problem-solving and attention to detail.
Why Us:
Discover a world where your passion for hospitality is not just a job but a journey towards excellence. 10 Dean, a distinguished café/bar located within the luxurious Fitzrovia Real Estate apartment buildings, is expanding. With our new flagship, 10 Dean Elm and Ledbury, we invite you to be part of our most ambitious project yet. Our ethos is simple yet profound: blending specialty coffee with craft cocktails, we cater from dawn to dusk, delivering unparalleled experiences to our guests and residents.
At 10 Dean, hospitality is our heartbeat. We thrive on creating "wow" moments, believing in the power of exceptional service. This dedication extends to our team, where we see each member as a vital part of our success story. We offer a career trajectory filled with growth opportunities, making 10 Dean an ideal place for those who view hospitality as more than just a job.
Being part of our team means joining the Fitzrovia family, a leader in luxury living and customer service in the GTA. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to your professional development. Join us on an exciting journey to shape hospitality at 10 Dean!
Fitzrovia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please reach us at [email protected].
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
Experience:
- Food service: 5 years (required)
- Cook: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (required)
- Smart Serve (preferred)
Work Location: In person
