Senior Cook - Sixty-Eight

Oliver & Bonacini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Discounted gym membership

Access to Employee Assistance Program

50% dining discount at all O&B for you

Employee Referral Program

Career opportunities at a leading hosp

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a Senior Cook to join our Cirrus/40 King West team in Toronto. You will lead a station in fast-paced, high-volume events, mentoring junior cooks while following the guidance of the sous and executive chefs. The role focuses on precision, consistency, and elegant, chef-driven cuisine.

Ideal candidates have 2–3+ years in fine dining or banquet kitchens, strong knife skills, and a team-player mindset. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years in fine dining, banquet, or high-volume event kitchens.
• Strong knife skills and solid cooking techniques.
• Food Handler Certification - an asset.
• Leadership to run a station and mentor juniors.
• Team-first attitude with flexibility for event needs.

Responsibilities

• Cook for Toronto’s exclusive events, private parties, and corporate functions.
• Set up and organize your station to O&B standards.
• Follow recipes, portions, and plating specs with precision.
• Maintain prep lists and apply FIFO to reduce waste.
• Mentor junior cooks and share knowledge on the line.
• Assist with deliveries and proper storage.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Adhere to WHMIS and health and safety guidelines.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Fine dining

High-volume kitchen

Knife skills

Leadership

Team player

Evenings/ weekends

Job description

Perched on the 68th floor of 40 King West, this breathtaking venue offers panoramic views of the city and beyond. The primary event space, Cirrus, provides an elegant backdrop for weddings, corporate events, galas and more, with the exclusive tenant lounge available for weekend cocktail receptions. On weekday evenings, private dining rooms with stunning CN Tower views will be open to the public, offering chef-driven cuisine and some of Toronto’s most coveted private dining experiences.

What's in it for you?

• Gratuities
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
• 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
• Employee Referral Program
• Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!

Job Description

Our Senior Cooks are experienced culinary professionals with a background in fine dining and event kitchens. Highly organized and composed under pressure, they thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Senior Cooks lead their station with confidence, give clear direction, and work independently while following the guidance of the Sous Chef and Executive Chef. With exceptional attention to detail, they play a key role in mentoring junior cooks and troubleshooting issues as they arise during service.

What you’ll do

• Cook for some of Toronto’s most exclusive events, private parties and corporate functions.
• Approach every service with enthusiasm, and set up and organize your station to Oliver & Bonacini (O&B) standards.
• Follow recipes, portion controls and plating specifications with precision and consistency.
• Keep a clear and accurate prep list for your station.
• Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) practices to keep product fresh and reduce waste.
• Mentor and support junior cooks, sharing your knowledge and setting the standard on the line.
• Help receive deliveries and store them properly.
• Keep food prep areas, tools and equipment at the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation and food safety.
• Strictly follow WHMIS and health and safety guidelines.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of experience as a cook in fine dining, banquet or high-volume event kitchens
• Strong knife skills and solid knowledge of cooking techniques
• Food Handler Certification - an asset
• Leadership experience, with the ability to run a station and guide junior team members
• Eagerness to learn and openness to feedback, direction and coaching from the Sous Chef, Executive Chef and General Manager
• A team-first attitude and flexibility to adapt to changing event needs
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays, based on the event schedule

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy.

Hour Rate: $19 - $22 + gratuities

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
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