FH-Line Cook - Drift

About Freehand Hospitality
Rooted in chef-led creativity, our team is passionate about bringing people together with bold flavours, thoughtful ingredients, and warm, welcoming service. We celebrate diverse culinary styles—from upscale Maritime dining to classic French fare—paired with genuine hospitality that leaves a lasting impression. Every dish tells a story, and every experience celebrates connection, community, and a true sense of place in Halifax.

Owning a strong connection to time and place, Drift pays homage to this region’s land, people and history. Celebrating our natural abundance, Drift’s culinary vision is to showcase the East Coast’s most beloved ingredients stemming from a vibrant community of artisans, producers, farmers and fishers.

Chef Anthony Walsh has crafted menus featuring eclectic interpretations of familiar Maritime fare. Whether you’re sampling an incredible variety of raw bar delicacies or tucking into a piping hodge podge, Drift’s dishes aim to deliver equal parts comfort and surprise.

We are looking for a  LINE COOK:

What you will be doing:

• prepping food items for service;
• preparing food according to standardized recipes and menu specifications;
• adjusting cooking methods based on customer preferences or dietary restrictions;
• plating dishes according to specifications;
• training staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food;
• maintaining a clean work area as required by provincial health standards;
• performing assigned opening and closing duties;
• checking inventory and making sure ingredients are available for daily use; 
• reporting low stock and helping with inventory management;
• collaborating with the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations;

• completing all mandatory food hygiene and safety training that must be kept up to date;
• such other similar or related duties as may be required from time to time

The person we are looking for has:

• A passion for food and a minimum of 2 years of similar work experience.
• Culinary diploma is an asset
• High volume experience
• Knowledge in areas of garde manger and fryer
• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail.
• A proven ability to plan and prioritize.
• Basic knowledge of culinary operations, a team player, a hard worker, and detail oriented.
• A flexible schedule and is available for different days and shifts.
• Food Safe Certification

What’s in it for you?

• Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• RRSP Matching
• Commuter benefits:  50% reimbursement of monthly transit pass 
• Opportunity for internal career growth
• Working along side a collaborative team of likeminded individuals

A member of The Armour Group, Freehand Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value our employees and their well-being. If you would like to join an organization with which you can have a work-life balance, career growth, long term job stability, and an opportunity to positively contribute to the community, this position may be for you!

While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.