BACK OF HOUSE EMPLOYEE - MATTY’S PATTY’S
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Job Title: Back of House Employee
Location: Matty’s Patty’s, 923A Queen Street West, TorontoTerm: As per advertised/contracted
Salary Expectation: $17.60/hour CAD based on experience
Other Compensation: Gratuity compensation and employer-paid health benefits
Organization Description
The Matty’s Patty’s (“MP”) concept manifested from a memorable trip to Oahu, Hawaii where Matty Matheson and RVCA founder Pat Tenore launched the Matty’s Patty’s apparel line serving burgers to local youth at a skate park. Matty wanted to do something new and unique and he had the burger recipe to do it. This idea of “showing love” to the community and the desire to constantly recreate this led to a series of successful international burger pop ups. Matty’s Patty’s is proud to be Matty’s first restaurant in his hometown of Toronto.
Mission
Our goal at MP’s is to provide the best burgers in the City with top quality food experience which goes beyond any other burger joint. Our mission is simple - to spread love through burgers. We aim to build lasting relationships with our guests through frictionless service and a high-quality product. Our guests should expect welcoming service and perfection every time they come. Their experience with us should feel timeless, lively yet professional. MPs aims to enrich the fast food experience of Torontonians while creating a destination for epicures all over the world.
Job Description
MP is hiring Part time Back of House employees (“BOH”) who will report to the Restaurant Manager and designated subordinates. Under the direction of the management team , the fundamental duties of the BOH employees include responsibility for food preparation, lunch and or dinner service, station management, daily ordering and kitchen cleaning. BOH employees are responsible for enacting all the day-to-day operations of MP and will maintain a safe, welcoming and professional environment for all staff, guests, and vendors.
Equity Commitment
MP takes its responsibility as an employer and is committed to equal opportunity. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. MP is committed to upholding the highest of standards in relation to internal equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We offer the opportunity to all staff members to assist in the recruitment practices used within our operation. This includes, but not limited to: sharing job opportunities, challenging recruitment standards, inclusion in group interviews and participation in unique professional development opportunities. We will take steps necessary to ensure that our vision and values are upheld internally. We understand that Diversity and Inclusion are not simply buzzwords, and need to be understood and taken seriously within the business. We strive to be inclusive in all hiring practices, training and development provisions. We understand that true inclusion removes all barriers, discrimination and intolerance. When applied properly in the workplace, it is natural for everyone to feel included and supported.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to the following)
- Kitchen Operations
- Responsible for station food production
- Strong and effective communication with Kitchen Manager, Head Chef and General Manager
- Organize yourself and your station for success each service
- Set goals to achieve success short term and long term
- Maintain daily cleanliness and sanitation of your production and service areas, equipment and your appearance
- Developing knowledge of standard kitchen procedures like scaling, large batching, meat grinding, and product ordering
- Developing personal kitchen skills such as knife skills, meat butchery and sauce execution
- Ability to deal with high pressure environments while maintaining a standard set by management and yourself
Required Experience
- Professional and personable; exceptional guest relations skills
- 2+ years of experience in high-volume food production or catering roles
- Understanding of basic culinary techniques, professional cooking equipment and material
- Knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures
- Strong attention-to-detail and organizational skills
Required Skills
- Ability to conduct one’s self calmly and effectively under pressure
- Solutions and detail-oriented individual with a high degree of professionalism
- Fast-paced independent worker who enjoys a fast-paced environment and varied responsibilities
- High energy, personable and team-oriented collaborator
- Seeks new demanding challenges
- Passionate about food, restaurants and customer service
- Computer literacy and comfortable operating PCs and POS systems
- Proficient in Google Apps, Skype, Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Work Environment
- The work environment can be loud and busy
- There are many kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces, liquids, sharp knives and slippery floors
- This position regularly requires long hours and weekend work
Physical Demands
- The employee is required to stand for extended periods of time (12 hours) as well as walk, bend, stoop, climb, balance, kneel and crawl
- The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, including close and distance vision
- This position requires the ability to use your arms, hands and manipulate fingers to reach, stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, decorate, etc.
- Lifting and/or moving up to 20 lbs. regularly; occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 lbs.
How to Apply
Please direct your cover letter and resume to , with “Matty’s Patty’s BOH Employee: Applicant” in the subject line of the email.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Contract
Contract length: 5 months
Pay: $17.60-$18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Experience:
- hospitality: 3 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
