Senior Cook - Sixty-Eight

Oliverbonacini; Toronto; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver & Bonacini is seeking a Senior Cook to lead a fast-paced kitchen station for exclusive events and private functions in Toronto. You will follow recipes, ensure precise portioning, and maintain prep lists while adhering to O&B standards.

The role requires 2–3 years of experience in high-volume environments, strong knife skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is expected.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced, high-volume event or restaurant environment.
• Culinary diploma or degree is considered an asset
• Strong understanding of professional cooking techniques and knife handling skills
• Ability to take direction, work efficiently, and remain calm under pressure
• Physically able to stand for extended periods (100% of shift)
• Valid Food Handler Certification is a plus
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Responsibilities

• Lead your station with confidence and clear instructions during service.
• Follow the FIFO method to ensure product freshness and reduce waste.
• Prepare and organize your station according to Oliver & Bonacini standards.
• Maintain a clear and accurate prep list for station duties.
• Mentor junior cooks and troubleshoot issues during service.
• Assist with receiving and proper storage of deliveries.
• Maintain cleanliness and meet sanitation and food safety standards.
• Adhere to WHMIS guidelines and be flexible for additional responsibilities.

Skills

Culinary skills

Knife skills

Calm under pressure

Direction following

Education

Culinary diploma or degree

Job description

Our Senior Cooks are experienced professionals who have developed their skills in fine dining and event kitchens. They are highly organized and thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Senior Cooks are expected to lead their station with confidence, give clear instructions, and work independently while following direction from the Sous Chef and Executive Chef. With exceptional attention to detail, they play a key role in mentoring junior cooks and effectively troubleshooting any issues that arise during service.

You will be cooking for some of Toronto's most exclusive events, private parties, and corporate functions.

You're eager to learn and open to feedback, direction, and coaching from the Sous Chef, Chef, and General Manager.

You approach each service with enthusiasm and proactively prepare and organize your station according to Oliver & Bonacini (O&B) standards.

You follow recipes, portion controls, and plating specifications with precision and consistency.

You maintain a clear and accurate prep list for your station duties.

You understand and apply the FIFO (First In, First Out) method to ensure product freshness and reduce waste.

You're a team player who readily assists with receiving and properly storing deliveries.

Like us, you're passionate about cleanliness and ensure food prep areas, tools, and equipment meet the highest sanitation and food safety standards.

You strictly adhere to WHMIS guidelines.

You're flexible and ready to take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

• 2-3 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced, high-volume event or restaurant environment
• Culinary diploma or degree is considered an asset
• Strong understanding of professional cooking techniques and knife handling skills
• Ability to take direction, work efficiently, and remain calm under pressure
• Physically able to stand for extended periods (100% of shift)
• Valid Food Handler Certification is a plus
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

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

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.