Seasonal Cook - Offsite Catering

OLIVER & BONACINI; Toronto; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount for you and up to

Training and development opportunities

Access to health, dental and vision

Job summary

OLIVER & BONACINI is seeking a skilled Cook for a seasonal role in Toronto. The position supports lunch and dinner service with a focus on quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.

You will follow O&B standards, prep stations, and assist with inventory and receiving of deliveries. Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years cooking experience, a culinary diploma/degree is an asset, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years cooking experience in a fast‑paced restaurant or event/catering environment
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Day-to-day food preparation of the restaurant according to O&B standards
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant
• Maintain a prep list of station duties
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and adhere to sanitation, food safety and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

Skills

Cooking

Pressure tolerance

Teamwork

Education

Culinary diploma/degree

Job description

Whether in our kitchens, dining rooms, event venues or offices, our singular purpose is to captivate guests with our unparalleled quality, service, and food and wine knowledge. We achieve this only through the excellence, innovation and passion of our team members. If you are seeking a rewarding career that involves first rate training and education, mentoring and development, attractive compensation, and inspiring rewards and recognition, consider joining O&B.

This is a seasonal position until the New Year

What's in for you ?

• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• 50% dining discount for all O&B locations for you and up to 3 guests
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
• O&B is one of Canada's leading hospitality companies, offering a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities!

Job Description

Our Cooks show inspired quality in all of their work. Their passion for food and cooking is infectious and they have a desire to serve the best every time. Cleanliness is maintained throughout service and they gladly honour guest special requests.

THE DAY TO DAY:

• Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
• Day to day food preparation of the restaurant according to O&B standards
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
• Maintain a prep list of station duties
• Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness
• Assist in food inventory and control
• Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
• Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

Qualifications

• 1-2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant or event/ catering environment
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing
• Available weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy

Wage $19 -$24 / hour

AI Disclosure
To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation
Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate