Dinner Line Cook – Cecilia, Vancouver
Join Cecilia, a chef-owned restaurant celebrated for scratch-made food, impeccable quality, and a vibrant dining experience. From our bustling breakfast program to our beautiful dinner service, we showcase Northwest-inspired cuisine crafted with the finest local ingredients.
We’re seeking enthusiastic and experienced culinary professionals to join our team, people who take pride in every plate and thrive in a high-energy, collaborative kitchen. This is an opportunity to help maintain our high standards, contribute creatively and share our passion for hospitality with the community.
As part of NW Hospitality Group, a local chef-owned restaurant family, you’ll be joining a team dedicated to heartfelt service, thoughtful scratch-made food, and an exciting cocktail program. If you love working in a driven, fast-paced environment and want to make an impact in a locally loved restaurant, Cecilia is the place for you.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience in the Kitchen: You’ve worked in a busy kitchen and are confident on the line. You’re comfortable in a scratch-cooking environment and can keep pace during the rush.
- Attention to Detail: Every plate matters. You take pride in consistency, presentation, and making sure every dish lives up to the Amaro’s Table standard.
- Positive Attitude: You’re team-focused, solution-oriented, and bring great energy to every shift, even during peak hours.
- Willingness to Learn: Whether it’s refining techniques or learning new ones, you’re always ready to grow and improve your craft.
- Strong Work Ethic: We value focus, cleanliness, and organization. You show up prepared and ready to deliver, every time.
What You’ll Do:
- Cook from Scratch: Prepare and execute menu items according to recipes and brand standards, focusing on flavor, freshness, and consistency.
- Keep it Clean: Maintain a clean and organized station, following food safety and sanitation standards throughout every shift.
- Support the Team: Help with prep, stock, and service flow. Pitch in where needed to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly.
- Focus on Quality: Ensure food is cooked and plated to perfection — even when the kitchen is slammed.
- Communicate Effectively: Work closely with other cooks, prep staff, and front-of-house team to deliver a seamless guest experience.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
- Room to Grow: We’re a growing company with opportunities for advancement. If you’re passionate about the craft and want to move up, we’ll support your journey.
- Great Team Vibe: We pride ourselves on creating a positive, respectful kitchen where everyone has each other’s backs and works toward a common goal.
- Award-Winning Concept: With a year-to-year award-winning cocktail program and a reputation for scratch-made dishes, Amaro’s Table is a place where quality matters and your work will shine.
Perks & Benefits:
- Flexible Scheduling: Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
- Closed on Major Holidays: Enjoy time with family — we’re closed on the 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
- Health Benefits: Full-time employees (30+ hours/week) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits. The restaurant contributes a whopping 70% towards healthcare premiums each month for cooks.
- Tips: This is a tipped position with a tiered system built based on skill levels.
- Monthly Dining Perks: Enjoy meal discounts for you and your family.
If you’re excited to be part of a passionate culinary team and want to grow with a locally owned restaurant that values craft, community, and teamwork, apply today. We can’t wait to cook with you.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.