Line Cook - Carmens Event Centre

Carmen's Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand

Global hotel discounts

Staff discounts at our restaurants

Culinary apprenticeships

Wellness programs

Career pathways into leadership

Employee recognition

Referral bonuses

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Carmen's Group in Hamilton is seeking a Line Cook to support high-volume events across our venues. You will prepare beautifully presented dishes, follow recipes, and contribute to a fast-paced kitchen reflecting our standards of excellence.

Join a team backed by over 40 years of hospitality experience, with opportunities to grow your culinary career, mentorship from executive chefs, and perks like staff discounts and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• One to two years of experience in a restaurant, banquet, or high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques.
• Safe Food Handler’s Certificate is an asset.
• Culinary Trade Certification or Red Seal designation is an asset.
• Passion for food and commitment to doing your best every shift.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event-based hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items following established recipes, portions and presentation standards.
• Complete daily station setup, stocking ingredients, equipment and supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area throughout each shift.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, storage, and cleaning procedures.
• Assist with food preparation, buffet service, banquet plating, and other kitchen duties.
• Coordinate with the culinary team to keep service running smoothly.
• Support a respectful, team-focused kitchen environment during busy periods.
• Attend team meetings and training sessions and contribute ideas for improvement.
• Ensure every dish is prepared with care, consistency and attention to detail.

Skills

Knife skills

Cooking techniques

Attention to detail

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Safe Food Handler’s Certificate (asset)

Culinary Trade Certification or Red Seal (asset)

Job description

Create Unforgettable Events from the Kitchen

At Carmens Event Centre, every shift brings something new. You’ll join a fast-paced culinary team supporting Hamilton’s most memorable weddings, galas, corporate functions, charity events, and live entertainment experiences.

Build your skills in high-volume cooking, support multiple events, and help deliver exceptional food for gatherings of all sizes. As part of Carmens Group, you’ll be backed by over 40 years of hospitality experience and opportunities to grow in your culinary career.

Why Work for Carmen’s Group?

• Flexible scheduling
• Career coaching and growth opportunities, including mentorship from our Director of Culinary
• Hands-on experience alongside seasoned Executive Chefs
• Great Place to Work Certified (2022–2024, 2026)
• Recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in several award categories, including:
  • Most Trusted Executive Teams
  • Best Workplaces in Hospitality & Retail
  • Best Workplaces in Canada
  • Best Workplaces for Women
  • Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
• Perks and benefits, including:
  • Pay on Demand—access your pay when you need it
  • Global hotel discounts
  • Staff discounts at our restaurants
  • Culinary apprenticeships and Red Seal development
  • Wellness programs and staff events
  • Clear pathways into leadership roles
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Referral bonuses
  • A safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace

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

Position Details:

Job Type: Part-time, permanent
Vacancy: This posting is to support expanding headcount
Compensation: $18.50–$21.00 per hour, plus gratuities
AI Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence in the screening or selection of applicants for this position.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Line Cook at Carmen’s Group, you will play an important role in preparing high-quality, beautifully presented dishes that reflect our standards of excellence. You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen where consistency, attention to detail, and pride in your craft are essential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare and cook menu items while following established recipes, portioning, and presentation standards
• Complete daily station setup, ensuring ingredients, equipment, and supplies are stocked and ready for service
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area throughout each shift
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, storage, and cleaning procedures
• Assist with food preparation, buffet service, banquet plating, and other kitchen duties as required
• Communicate and coordinate with the culinary team to keep service running smoothly and on time
• Support a respectful, team-focused kitchen environment during busy service periods
• Attend team meetings and training sessions, and contribute ideas for ongoing improvement
• Ensure every dish is prepared with care, consistency, and attention to detail

From restaurant service and private celebrations to large-scale banquets, you’ll help deliver exceptional culinary experiences for every guest.

What You Bring to the Table

• One to two years of experience in a restaurant, banquet, or high-volume kitchen environment
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques
• Safe Food Handler’s Certificate is an asset
• Culinary Trade Certification or Red Seal designation is an asset
• A passion for food and a commitment to doing your best every shift
• 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.

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.