Executive Chef - Arlington Hotel

Carmen's Group; Paris; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand

Global Hotel Discounts

Group RRSP & Health Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan

Staff discounts at our restaurants

Wellness programs & staff events

Employee recognition programs

Safe, inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Carmens Group is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and day-to-day kitchen operations across distinctive hospitality experiences in Paris, Ontario. You will shape menus for restaurant and banquet services, inspire teams, and deliver exceptional food with creativity and care.

Join a hands-on leader who can manage events, oversee costs, and maintain Carmens Group's standards of culinary excellence while contributing to memorable guest experiences and the company’s continued

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in senior chef role in banquet, catering or high-volume kitchen.
• Safe Food Handlers Certificate.
• Culinary Trade Certification or Red Seal (asset).
• Post-secondary education in the culinary arts.
• Humility-based, uplifting leadership style.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and exciting menus for banquet and restaurant divisions.
• Supervise and train back-of-house teams to Carmens Group standards.
• Oversee food preparation, execution and presentation across service areas.
• Monitor labour and food costs and participate in management meetings.
• Hands-on service execution to ensure flawless guest experiences.
• Uphold Carmens Group culinary standards and drive operational success.
• Contribute to creating lasting memories for guests and clients.
• Demonstrate leadership to inspire coworkers and drive positive change.
• Live the Carmens culture by embodying its purpose, vision and values.

Skills

Banquet & high-volume kitchen exp

Leadership

Food safety

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Culinary arts post-secondary education

Culinary Trade Certification or Red Seal (asset)

Job description

Cook Up Something Remarkable in the Heart of Paris

If you're ready to bring your culinary passion to a place where creativity, history, and hospitality collide, this is your stage. At The Arlington Hotel in beautiful downtown Paris, Ontario, you'll be part of an intimate, tight-knit team delivering unforgettable dining experiences in one of the region's most storied boutique hotels.

From thoughtfully curated menus to personalized guest service, your voice and vision will matter here. This isn't a massive brigade kitchen - it's a place where your ideas take shape, your skills shine, and every dish helps tell the next great Arlington story. As part of Carmens Group, you'll be backed by over 40 years of hospitality excellence—and given the freedom to help shape what comes next.

Why Work for Carmens Group?

• Great Place to Work Certified (2022-2024, 2026)
• Named Best Workplace in several award categories:
• Most Trusted Executive Teams
• Best Places to Work in Hospitality & Retail
• Best Places to Work in Canada
• Best Workplaces for Women
• Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness

Perks & Benefits

• Pay on Demand - get paid when you need it
• Global Hotel Discounts for your travels
• Comprehensive Group RRSP & Health Benefits
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Staff discounts at our restaurants
• Wellness programs & staff events
• Employee recognition programs celebrating your achievements and milestones
• Safe, inclusive and supportive workplace culture

Join a company that values your growth, wellbeing, and passion- where your career is supported every step of the way.

Position Details

Job Type: full-time, permanent

Vacancy: This posting is for an existing vacancy

Compensation: $65,000 - $70,000 base salary + incentive program

AI Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence in the screening or selection of applicants

What you will be doing

As Executive Chef, you will lead the culinary vision and day-to-day kitchen operations across distinctive hospitality experiences. From restaurant service and private events to seasonal offerings and special celebrations, you will deliver exceptional food and memorable guest experiences with creativity, consistency, and care.

Your responsibilities will include

• Develop new and exciting menus in accordance with seasonal restaurant changes for both the banquet and restaurant divisions
• Supervise and train the back of house teams, upholding Carmens Group food and service standards
• Oversee food preparation, execution, and presentation for all service areas
• Monitor and maintain labour and food costsParticipate in regular Management and Strategic Company meetings
• Taking a hands-on approach to service execution, jumping in wherever needed to ensure flawless guest experiences
• Upholding Carmen's Group's standards of culinary excellence and helping drive operational success
• Make a difference in the lives of each and every one of our guests and clients through directly contributing to the creation of everlasting memories
• Exercise good judgement and demonstrate leadership abilities to inspire the actions of your fellow co-workers and drive positive change in the organization
• Exemplify the Carmens culture by living the purpose, vision and values

What You Bring To The Table

• Minimum of 2-5 years’ experience with banquet, catering or high-volume kitchen environments in a senior Chef role
• Extensive knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards, including Safe Food Handlers Certificate
• Culinary Trade Certification or Red Seal (an asset)
• Completion of post-secondary education in the culinary arts
• Humble, uplifting, and supportive leadership style
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and event-based hours

We are Carmens Group—a proud Hamilton-born hospitality company with a mission to create extraordinary memories. Our venues include Carmens Event Centre, The C Hotel, The Lakeview, the Hamilton Convention Centre, fig&lemon Catering, The Arlington Hotel, and the Good Earth Food & Wine. Together, we're shaping the future of Southern Ontario's event and culinary scene—one unforgettable experience at a time.

Are You Ready to Take the Lead?

If you're a dedicated culinary professional who thrives under pressure and wants to be part of the city's most exciting events, this is your stage.

Carmens Group makes certain there is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.

Carmens Group will strive to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify People & Culture upon scheduling your interview.