Line Cook - Carmens Event Centre

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.
 

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.
 

• 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

If you are a dedicated culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to be part of the city’s most exciting events, this is your stage. Apply today and let’s create something extraordinary together.

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.