Seasonal Prep Cook (Full-Time) - Eataly Sherway Gardens

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 21, 2026
1 position

$19–$22 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time, Temporary, Contract
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Prep Cook is responsible for washing, peeling, slicing, and mixing ingredients for various menu items while adhering to recipes and quality standards. They must also maintain cleanliness of all utensils, preparation equipment, and counters within the kitchen.

Job details

Company Description Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to: EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge Job Description This is a seasonal position with an expected end date of 01/10/2027. A Prep Cook prepares a variety of food items and all prepared ingredients that will be distributed to the kitchens to be cooked for restaurants. Reports to the Head Chef. Washes, peels, slices and mixes vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses and other ingredients for salads, cold plates, side dishes, entrees, appetizers and garnishes Follows recipes and complies with portion sizes, quality standards, department rules and procedures and Department of Health regulations Cleans all utensils, preparation equipment and counters required for production Performs other duties as required or assigned Qualifications 1+ year of kitchen experience Basic math skills Good knife skills and finger dexterity to use small tools and utensils adeptly High school diploma or equivalent preferred Job Requirements Must hold a valid Food Handlers Certification Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and exert well-paced mobility Ability to spend up to 8 hours standing or walking in a kitchen and restaurant environment Ability to work with commercial equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc. Compensation Compensation for this role is CAD $19.00-$22.00 hourly, plus tips This position has been posted to fill a current vacancy Additional Information Benefits and Perks Paid Time Off Free family meal daily Discounts at Eataly Classes on products and Italian cuisine Referral bonus program and more!

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of kitchen experience and hold a valid Food Handlers Certification. The role requires the ability to stand for up to 8 hours and lift up to 50 pounds.