Cook Full Time NEW

Position: Cook
Reports to: Executive Chef
Business Address: 1525 Douglas Street
Location of Work: Victoria, BC
Company Operating Name: Marilena Café & Raw Bar
Wage: $21.18- 24/hour
Benefits package offered: Access to dental and extended health benefits
Status: Hourly, ongoing; minimum of 30 hours a week
Language of Work: English
Vacancies: One (1)
Contact: Toptable Group, 89 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 0N8; 604-899-7865, [email protected]

Known for its innovative menu and fresh, locally sourced dishes that celebrate the best of West Coast cuisine, Marilena Cafe and Raw Bar in Victoria is an award-winning restaurant. Since opening, Marilena has earned national recognition, including:

Tripadvisor Best of the Best – No. 1 Fine Dining in Canada
Canada’s 100 Best – No. 39 Restaurant in Canada
Vancouver Magazine – Best Restaurant in Victoria (2025)
Wine Spectator – Best of Award of Excellence (2024, 2025)
YAM Magazine- Restaurant of the Year, Outstanding Service and Best Sommelier (2025)

Come work with and learn from Victoria’s own Executive Chef Kristian Eligh and celebrated Pastry Chef Dominique Laurencelle as they design seasonally focused menus that celebrate the global and locally sourced ingredients.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Cook is responsible for the preparation and presentation of cold and hot dishes. This position plays a key role in maintaining food quality and consistency, ensuring all items are prepared to exacting standards in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Other duties may be assigned as required)
Measure and prepare ingredients; set up work stations so food can be prepared according to recipes
Maintain food safety and hygiene
Cook with precision and speed
Focus on quality, food preparation standards, and consistency in a premium kitchen environment
Meet production schedules and timelines
Communicate and coordinate with the team, including front-of-house

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 1 year of direct related experience in Premium Western cuisine within an upscale fine dining environment restaurant with an emphasis of seafood experience 
Enrollment in or completion of a culinary program or a combination of education and directly related experience  
Food Safe Certification 
Excellent interpersonal skills and fluent communication skills in English 
Ability to prioritize, organize, and follow through as necessary 
Must possess a passion for food and developing knowledge of all cooking methods 
Excellent English language communication skills