Prep Cook (Seasonal) | Distillery Restaurants

We're looking for talented and passionate Prep Cooks to join our beautiful restaurants!

The Distillery Restaurants Corp. is the creator of Cluny Bistro, El Catrin, Pure Spirits, Madrina Bar y Tapas, and Distillery Events (Archeo and The Loft).  We have super opportunities across excellent restaurants for career-oriented culinary pros. Are you a passionate Cook, looking for a new kitchen to build and develop your skill-set?

We are currently accepting applications for positions that are expected to start in April or early May 2026.

Please note: You must already have legal permission to work in Canada to be considered for this role.
These positions will end in January 2027.

What you’ll experience with The DRC:

• $18.00 PER HOUR and food discounts at all our restaurants. 
• CAREER GROWTH! Learn under the guidance of the DRC’s Executive Chef team led by Chef Tim Miles (Culinary Director).
• CONTESTS! Greatest Dish Challenge: A monthly cooking competition open to all DRC cooks with a $250 CASH prize. This is also a great opportunity to challenge yourself and have a panel of DRC Executive Chefs to try your food. 
• TRIPS! Yes, you read that right – field trips! Selected employees get the chance to visit artisan food producers, cooking demos, farms and suppliers to educate and inspire.
• GOLDEN TICKETS! AKA more cool prizes awarded to team players that are recognized for their outstanding work ethic.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing food according to recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications as set out by our Executive Chef
• Operating standard kitchen equipment with caution 
• Maintaining clean and organized stations
• Following FIFO method to maximize product freshness
• Moving food products and supplies between outlets when necessary
• Reporting any equipment/utensil malfunctions/deficiencies to Chef on duty
• Working collaboratively with BOH team members
• Encouraging the DRC’s core beliefs and values on a daily basis 
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned 

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• EXPERIENCE. You have at least 1 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.  
• EDUCATION/TRAINING. You’ve graduated with a culinary degree/diploma or it’s in process.  It’s possible that school wasn’t your thing, but you’ve got the equivalent to a college education through a combination of education and experience.
• PASSION. You have a genuine passion for food and a drive to create.
• COMMUNICATION SKILLS. You demonstrate exceptional relationship-building and communication skills among your team members at the restaurant. 
• ADAPTABILITY. You thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• PERSONALITY.  You’re humble coupled with a good sense of humour. 

The Distillery Restaurants Corporation (DRC) is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process where candidates are respected, supported and valued. The DRC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Please note that accommodations during every part of the recruitment and selection process are available upon request.