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.
Daryâ is an elegant-meets-earthy abode, we invite you to enjoy our chefs’ interpretation of Eastern Mediterranean flavours, ingredients and techniques. Our name, which translates to “sea” or “ocean” in Persian, serves as a nod to both our waterfront location and the Eastern Mediterranean seaboard. Led by District Executive Chef Steven Kwon and Chef de Cuisine John Chee, our kitchen seeks to pay homage to the distinct culinary traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean.
Under the direction of the Chef de Cuisine, Darya is seeking full-time as well as part-time seasonal Line Cooks.
What you will be doing:
- preparing and cooking menu items according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines;
- setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies before and during service;
- following proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures at all times;
- collaborating with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient service;
- upholding a positive and professional approach with coworkers in the back-of-house and front-of-house alike;
- assisting with prep work, receiving deliveries, and rotating inventory as needed;
- other similar duties as required from time to time.
The person we are looking for has:
- Passionate about food and a minimum of 1-2 years of similar work experience;
- Knowledge in Eastern Mediterranean cuisine is considered an asset;
- High volume experience;
- Knowledgeable in areas of garde manger and fryer;
- Highly organized with great attention to detail;
- Possess the proven ability to plan and prioritize;
- Basic knowledge of culinary operations, a team player, hard worker, and detail oriented;
- Is flexible and available for different days and shifts;
- Food Safe Certification.
What’s in it for you?
- Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company RRSP contributions
- Commuter benefits: 50% reimbursement of monthly transit pass
- Employee assistance program
- Continuing education support
- 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!
Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to
[email protected]. While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
