Job Title: Barista / Health Food Chef & Receptionist
Job Description:
Curate Health is looking for a passionate, creative, and customer-focused Barista/Health Food Chef and Receptionist to join our vibrant, interdisciplinary team at our new health and wellness space in Midtown Toronto. We are a modern wellness clinic dedicated to promoting healthy living by offering a holistic range of services, including a health food bar that complements our medical, wellness, fitness, and therapeutic services. If you’re passionate about natural health, food, and sustainability, and want to help people fuel their wellness journeys, this is an exciting opportunity for you!
In this role, you will be responsible for preparing nutrient-rich food and beverages, crafting new menu items, and delivering outstanding customer service in line with our mission to inspire health-conscious living.
Responsibilities:
- Provide friendly, courteous, and educational customer service, helping customers understand the health benefits of our menu offerings and products.
- Prepare, cook, and serve all food and drink items on the menu, ensuring quality and presentation standards are met.
- Monitor food presentation and quality, ensuring consistency across all dishes served.
- Create new, health-focused seasonal menu items that are both tasty and nutritious, in alignment with our wellness mission.
- Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and serving areas, maintaining strict hygiene and sanitizing protocols to meet Health and Safety standards.
- Work collaboratively with team members to achieve sales goals and uphold our brand's reputation for excellence.
- Take ownership of operational tasks such as inventory management, minimizing food waste, and responsible cash handling.
- Build a healthy rapport with customers, striving to gain customer and brand loyalty.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest health food trends and products to help continuously elevate the customer experience.
- Contribute to visual merchandising and maintaining an inviting environment.
- Administrative tasks as a receptionist for the health clinic, including appointment scheduling, phone calls, collecting payments, billing insurance companies, patient flow management, janitorial and organizing duties and other administrative duties
Why Join Our Team:
- Competitive compensation with growth opportunities in a start-up wellness environment.
- Work in an environmentally conscious clinic that strives for sustainability and B Corp certification.
- A creative and supportive work culture that promotes innovation, health, and wellness.
- Opportunity to showcase your culinary creativity by developing nutritious and delicious recipes for our health-focused menu.
- Be part of a passionate team of health professionals working in an integrated clinic with fitness, therapy, nutrition, and more.
Skills & Qualifications:
- A passion for natural health and wellness.
- Creative and driven to develop new culinary arts with health-focused recipes and menu development.
- Excellent customer service skills with a customer-centric mindset.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy environment.
- Team-oriented, with a positive attitude and the ability to adapt in a dynamic setting.
- Ability to maintain high hygiene standards and adhere to all Health and Safety protocols.
- Experience in a kitchen, health food cafe, juice bar or barista role preferred, with proven experience in food preparation within a restaurant or hospitality setting.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and handling regulations and best practices.
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new computer software and efficiently handle administrative tasks.
- Comfortable with social media and marketing initiatives, bringing fresh ideas to engage audiences — creativity and marketing insight are valued assets.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for long periods, perform manual tasks like cleaning, lifting boxes up to 50 lbs, and maintaining store upkeep.
- Ability to perform basic kitchen duties, including food prep, cooking, and cleaning.
Curate Health’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At Curate Health, we believe that diversity is our strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion extends beyond words—it’s woven into the fabric of our company culture.
What We Stand For:
- Diverse Perspectives: We actively seek out and celebrate diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Our team members come from various walks of life, and we believe this enriches our creativity and problem-solving abilities.
- Equitable Opportunities: We provide equal opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. We strive to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder anyone from reaching their full potential.
- Inclusive Environment: We create a safe and welcoming space where everyone feels heard, valued, and included. We actively listen, learn, and adapt to ensure that all voices are heard.
- Continuous Learning: We invest in ongoing education and training to deepen our understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage open dialogue and learning from one another.
- Community Impact: We engage with our local communities and support initiatives that promote social justice, equality, and positive change.
If you are enthusiastic about creating delicious, health-focused food and want to make a difference in a sustainable, health-conscious environment, we want to hear from you! We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join our team and contribute to our mission of improving healthcare for all.
Interested applicants can contact Frank with their CV at [email protected] for more information.
Pay: $18.00-$19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
