Banquet Cook

The Boulevard Club; Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development

Wellness program

Gratuity program

Staff meal plan

Bike share TO

Transportation assistance

Summer recognition program

Free parking

Job summary

The Boulevard Club is seeking a Banquet Cook in Toronto to prepare and cook a variety of banquet items for events, private functions, and club activities. You will manage mise en place, maintain high standards of food quality, and support banquet service with a focus on safety and efficiency.

This permanent full-time position reports to the Executive Chef and Kitchen Leadership team. The role requires early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with a wage of $20.00–$22.00 per hour based

Qualifications

• Post-secondary culinary education or equivalent training preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a professional culinary environment.
• Previous banquet, catering, or high-volume cooking experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food-handling practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Dependable, punctual, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Available to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook banquet menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Complete daily mise en place and production based on banquet requirements.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, portioning, and timely service.
• Support banquet execution and assist with food service during peak periods.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked kitchen stations.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, storage, temperature, and FIFO procedures.
• Receive and properly store food deliveries and assist with inventory control.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Punctual

Flexible

Education

Post-secondary culinary education or equivalent training

Job description

The Boulevard Club
Private Club Industry
1491 Lakeshore Blvd West
Toronto, ON M6K3C2, CAN

Description

Do you have a passion for cooking and enjoy creating high-quality food in a fast-paced culinary environment? If so, we’d love for you to join The Boulevard Club

The Boulevard Club has been honoured as the 2025 Best Club of the Year by the Club Management Association of Canada (CMAC). We are also proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years and have been named Best Place to Work in Retail and Hospitality in both 2023 and 2025, Best Place to Work in Ontario in 2025, and most recently recognized among Best Workplaces for Women and Mental Wellness 2026.

We take pride in providing safe and inclusive communities that inspire wellness, growth, and excellence. We create exceptional, social, athletic, and recreational environments, celebrating memorable experiences and positive connections.

Why Work With Us

As a Banquet Cook at The Boulevard Club, you will enjoy a positive and professional working environment, along with access to the following benefits (eligibility criteria apply):

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits for employees and their immediate family
• Professional development opportunities (eligibility criteria apply)
• Employee Health & Wellness Program
• Gratuity / Incentive Program (eligibility criteria apply)
• Staff Meal Plan
• Bike Share TO
• Transportation Assistance (eligibility criteria apply)
• Summer Recognition Program
• Complimentary Parking (subject to availability)

Job Overview

This is a permanent full-time position, reporting to the Executive Chef & Kitchen Leadership team. Banquet Cook plays an important role in supporting the Club’s culinary operations and delivering an exceptional dining experience to our Members and guests. This position is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of menu items for banquets, private events, and Club events according to established recipes, event specifications, and quality standards. The Banquet Cook will assist with daily mise en place and food production, support the preparation and execution of banquet functions, maintain a clean and organized work area, assist with opening and closing duties, and ensure all food preparation, handling, and storage practices meet established sanitation and safety standards.

Hourly wage range: $20.00 – $22.00, based on experience.

Key Responsibilities

The following outlines the primary responsibilities of this role, including but not limited to:

Prepare and cook banquet menu items according to established recipes and standards.

Complete daily mise en place and production based on banquet requirements.

Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, portioning, and timely service.

Support banquet execution and assist with food service during peak periods.

Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked kitchen stations.

Follow food safety, sanitation, storage, temperature, and FIFO procedures.

Receive and properly store food deliveries and assist with inventory control.

Minimize food waste and perform other culinary duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary culinary education or equivalent training preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a professional culinary environment.
• Previous banquet, catering, or high-volume cooking experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food-handling practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Dependable, punctual, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Available to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow within the culinary team.

About The Boulevard Club

For over a century, The Boulevard Club has built a reputation for time-honoured traditions, exemplary service, and outstanding athletic, social, and dining experiences for Members of all ages.

Our success is driven by our people. We are committed to hiring, developing, and rewarding a diverse and inclusive team that delivers exceptional Member experiences.

If you're looking to build your culinary career in a professional, member-focused environment, The Boulevard Club may be the right fit for you.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Boulevard Club is an inclusive employer and has a workplace accommodation policy in place. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process. Applicants with accessibility needs are encouraged to contact Human Resources for further information.