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Line Cook Jr.

The Junior Line Cook is responsible for preparing menu items according to recipes and quality standards while maintaining a clean and organized workstation. They also support the kitchen team during peak service hours and assist with daily cleaning and dishwashing tasks.

  • On-site
  • Winnipeg, MB
  • Posted Aug 13, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

Stella’s is Looking for Junior Line Cook to Join our McIvor Team! Become part of a growing local company, offering great wages, outstanding tips, and lots of room for advancement! Want amazing perks that include employee discounts, health and dental benefits, and more? With over nine locations across Winnipeg, apply today! Get to know us: Stella’s has been a part of the Winnipeg restaurant scene since 1999 and proudly continue to be locally owned and operated. We believe in inspired taste, healthy ingredients, and environmental sustainability. We are an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and provides a safe, inclusive environment for all their employees. Here’s what you’ll be doing as a Junior Line Cook: The role of a Junior Line Cook at Stella's, is to maintain and exceed guest satisfaction through preparing dishes, specifically focusing on execution according to our recipes and standards. As a Junior Line Cook, you will also support the team by maintaining a clean, organized work environment. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role ideal for someone looking to grow their culinary skills in a supportive kitchen environment. Training will be provided in various stations depending on your level of experience. The role of a Junior Line Cook will operate the following stations: Sandwich, Salads and Grills. Reports To – Restaurant Manager and Supervisors Duties and Responsibilities: * Adhere to Manitoba Food Safe requirements * Assist in the preparation and assembly of menu items during service * Follow recipes, portion standards, and kitchen procedures accurately * Keep workstations stocked, sanitized, and organized * Prep ingredients such as chopping vegetables, portioning proteins, etc. * Support line cooks during peak service times * Ensure food is prepared and presented to Stella’s quality standards * Comply with all health and safety regulations * Duties will include washing dishes and performing daily and weekly cleaning tasks Qualifications: * Maintain Manitoba Food Handler and WHMIS certificate * Previous kitchen or food prep experience is an asset, but not required * Willingness to learn and take direction * Strong work ethic and reliability * Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment * Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices * Demonstrate a strong ability to work in a team-oriented environment * Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with the team. This include both verbal communication and active listening to understand and respond to instructions and requests. * Flexible availability to work a variety of shifts including days and evenings. Weekends are mandatory. Incentives: * Life, Health and Dental Benefits plans * Employee discount * Career development and advancement Job types: full time-part time, permanent Hourly wage: $18.70 - $20.70

What you’ll do

The Junior Line Cook is responsible for preparing menu items according to recipes and quality standards while maintaining a clean and organized workstation. They also support the kitchen team during peak service hours and assist with daily cleaning and dishwashing tasks.

Requirements

Candidates must possess or be willing to obtain Manitoba Food Handler and WHMIS certificates. A strong work ethic, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment are required.

Benefits

• Employee discounts • Health benefits • Dental benefits • Career development • Advancement opportunities

Listed skills

  • Time managementPreferred
  • TeamworkPreferred
  • Food safetyPreferred
  • CommunicationPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Food preparation
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Recipe execution
  • Portion control
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Active listening
  • Time management
  • Food safety
  • Hygiene practices
  • Grilling
  • Knife skills
  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Willingness To Learn
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
  • Active Listening
  • Food Safety And Sanitation
  • Food Preparation
  • Hygiene
  • Recipes
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Verbal Communication Skills
  • Team Oriented

Job areas

  • Food & Beverage
  • Hospitality
  • Trades
  • Line Cook
  • Cook
  • Cooks
  • Cooks, Fast Food

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week