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Overview

Position: Cook
Reports to: Executive Chef
Business Address: 1109 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC
Location of Work: Vancouver, BC
Company Operating Name: Elisa Wood-Fired Grill
Wage: $20-24 per hour
Benefits package offered: Access to dental and extended health benefits
Status: Hourly, ongoing (minimum 30 hours per week)
Language of Work: English
Vacancies: Two (2)
Contact: Toptable Group, 89 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 0N8; 604-899-7463, toptablegroup@gmail.com

Designed by the internationally renowned and award-winning Rockwell Group in New York, this elegant and modern steakhouse breaks the old-school mold and highlights a vibrant see-and-be-seen destination restaurant. Anchored by an open show kitchen and a Grillworks Infierno as the centerpiece, the menu will feature premium cuts of beef, sustainable seafood, and seasonal produce — all locally sourced. The convivial atmosphere flows from the lively bar and lounge and throughout the airy dining room.

JOB SUMMARY:

Working under the supervision of the chef, the Cook will play a key role executing high-quality dishes with precision, consistency, and attention to detail in a premium dining environment. This role requires strong technical skills in a premium environment, professionalism, and the ability to perform under pressure while maintaining the restaurant’s culinary standards and reputation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Other duties may be assigned as required)

  • Prepare and cook high quality foods
  • Maintain food safety and hygiene
  • Cook with precision and speed
  • Communicate and coordinate with the team, including front-of-house

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum 1-year directly related experience in premium Western cuisine within an upscale fine dining environment
  • Enrollment in or completion of a culinary program, or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
  • Food Safe Certification is an asset
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time, withstand heat, and deal with the pressures of preparing food in a fast-paced environment
  • Dedicated team player who naturally builds camaraderie
  • Extremely organized; keeping to deadlines and working with precision in a fast-paced environment
  • Responsible, motivated and energetic self-starter
  • Excellent English language communication

About Elisa

Elisa is an elegant and modern steakhouse breaks the old-school mold and highlights a vibrant see-and-be-seen destination restaurant. Anchored by an open show kitchen and a Grillworks Infierno as the centre piece, the menu features premium cuts of beef, sustainable seafood, and seasonal produce — all locally sourced.

Elisa was honoured as one of the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants, ranking #26 globally (#1 in Canada). At the 2025 Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants, Elisa secured the #87 spot. At the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, Elisa was named Best Steakhouse, and Best Yaletown by the readers and Restaurant of the Year, while also being recognized as #3 in Best Upscale Dining.