State & Main Empress - Line Cook

We're hiring! At State & Main Kitchen + Bar, we bring elevated comfort food, handcrafted cocktails and a vibrant downtown atmosphere to your neighbourhood—because great dining should always be close to home. Whether it’s Happy Hour, date night or a casual catch-up, State & Main is the perfect place to Get Together.

Our success starts with our team. We hire genuine, hardworking people who thrive in a fun, fast-paced environment where hospitality comes first. From front-of-house to back-of-house, every team member plays a role in delivering an experience that keeps guests coming back. We offer growth opportunities, hands-on training and a supportive team culture that strives to make an impact every day.

Line/Prep Cook Opportunity – Be Part of Our Team!

Your Role

We’re looking for a Line/Prep Cook who loves creating delicious dishes and thrives in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll play a key role in preparing high-quality meals that keep our guests coming back. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about food, we’d love to have you on board!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Employee dining discount at participating Recipe brands
• Flexible scheduling so you can balance work and life
• Growth and development opportunities to build your skills within the restaurant
• Career advancement with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands
• A fun, energetic team environment where every shift is dynamic and engaging
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items to specification, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
• Assist in prepping ingredients and setting up stations, following recipes and kitchen guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met.
• Collaborate with your kitchen team, communicating effectively to ensure smooth service during busy shifts.
• Monitor food stock and supplies, assisting with inventory management and minimizing waste.
• Work efficiently to meet kitchen demands, ensuring orders are prepared quickly without sacrificing quality.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning tasks and equipment maintenance as required.
  
  

What You Bring

• Previous kitchen experience is an asset, but we’re happy to train the right person.
• A passion for cooking and creating consistently great dishes.
• Attention to detail and pride in presentation.
• Ability to work well with a team and support others.
• Comfort in a fast-paced environment and staying organized under pressure.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe kitchen.
  
  

Apply online today and become part of the team!

Some opportunities may exist with our Franchise partners, which are independently owned and operated.

At State & Main, our core value is "Taking Care of People." We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every individual is valued and supported. Our commitment to this value shapes how we build our teams, support our franchisees, and ensure everyone can reach their full potential. We are also committed to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. If you require an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].