Line / Banquet Cook - Carmens Event Centre, C Hotel
Top Benefits
About the role
Bring Big Events to Life Through Exceptional Culinary Experiences
At Carmens Event Centre and the C Hotel, our culinary teams do more than just cook—they create memorable experiences that leave lasting impressions. From elegant weddings and star-studded galas to corporate functions, charity dinners, and live entertainment, you’ll play a key role in executing high-impact events that define the Hamilton hospitality experience.
This is the perfect opportunity for culinary professionals who thrive under pressure, take pride in teamwork, and enjoy the excitement of bringing big moments to life—one plate at a time.
As part of Carmens Group, you’ll join a hospitality company with over 40 years of excellence, offering the support, experience, and opportunity to help you grow your craft, build your career, and make an impact with every service.
Why work for Carmen's Group?
- Flexible scheduling
- Career coaching & growth, including mentorship from our Director of Culinary
- Hands on experience working alongside seasoned Executive Chefs
- Great Place to Work Certified (2022-2024)
- Named Best Workplace in several award categories:
- Most Trusted Executive Teams
- Best Places to Work in Hospitality & Retail
- Best Places to Work in Canada
- Best Workplaces for Women
- Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
- Perks & Benefits
- Pay on Demand – get paid when you need it
- Global Hotel Discounts for your travels
- Staff discounts at our restaurants
- Culinary Apprenticeships & Red Seal Development
- Wellness programs & staff events
- Clear opportunities to grow into leadership roles
- Employee recognition programs celebrating your achievements and milestones
- Referral bonuses when you bring great talent to the team
- Safe, inclusive and supportive workplace culture
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 for an existing vacancy
Compensation: $18.50-22.00 per hour based on experience + gratuities
AI Disclosure: Your application will be reviewed by our hiring team
What you will be doing:
As a Line/Banquet Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, beautifully presented dishes that meet our standards of excellence. You’ll work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment where attention to detail, consistency, and pride in your craft are essential. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
-
Preparing and cooking menu items according to recipes and quality standards
-
Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies and ingredients
-
Maintaining cleanliness and organization of your workstation at all times
-
Strictly adhering to food safety protocols and sanitation guidelines, including safe food handling, storage, and cleaning practice
-
Assisting with prep work, banquet plating, and a variety of cooking techniques depending on the event or service style
-
Working closely with the culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely service
-
Supporting kitchen leadership in maintaining a positive and productive environment
-
Participating in team meetings, training sessions, and continuous improvement efforts
-
Taking pride in every plate that leaves your station
Whether you’re cooking for a private celebration, or large-scale banquet, your role is vital in creating exceptional culinary experiences for our guests.
What You Bring To The Table
- 1-2 years’ experience in a restaurant, banquet, or high-volume kitchen environment
- Excellent knife skills and deep knowledge of cooking techniques
- Safe Food Handler's Certificate
- Culinary Trade Certification or Read Seal (an asset)
- A passion for food and a drive to do 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.
Are You Ready to Take the Lead?
If you're a dedicated culinary professional who thrives under pressure 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.
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About Carmens Group
Hospitality can mean many things: a delicious meal with close friends, a warm smile, or a comfortable room after a long day. Great hospitality means creating extraordinary memories and extraordinary memories are created by those who are passionate about enriching the lives of others. At Carmens Group, we understand that hospitality is the expression of a love of people. This concept is at the very core of what we do.
With this idea as our guide, we’ve created Hamilton’s most esteemed hospitality establishments: Carmens Event Centre, C Hotel, Carmen's Catering, Baci Ristorante, the Hamilton Convention Centre by Carmen’s, Fig & Lemon, the Arlington Hotel, River's Edge at The Arlington, The Lakeview, and Mercanti Specialty Foods Inc. Each of these settings offers unique experiences, all infused by the passion that has continued to make our organization successful for over four decades.
We also know that great hospitality and a love of people cannot be contained within four walls. That’s why we’re not just committed to enriching the lives of our guests, but also to the diverse communities in Hamilton, Ontario. Through our Carmens Group Cares program, we support organizations such as Good Shepherd, The United Way, and Charity of Hope.
By dedicating ourselves to nurturing personal connections with our guests, our stakeholders, and our community, we have cultivated a positive culture and an organization positioned for sustainable success.
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Line / Banquet Cook - Carmens Event Centre, C Hotel
Top Benefits
About the role
Bring Big Events to Life Through Exceptional Culinary Experiences
At Carmens Event Centre and the C Hotel, our culinary teams do more than just cook—they create memorable experiences that leave lasting impressions. From elegant weddings and star-studded galas to corporate functions, charity dinners, and live entertainment, you’ll play a key role in executing high-impact events that define the Hamilton hospitality experience.
This is the perfect opportunity for culinary professionals who thrive under pressure, take pride in teamwork, and enjoy the excitement of bringing big moments to life—one plate at a time.
As part of Carmens Group, you’ll join a hospitality company with over 40 years of excellence, offering the support, experience, and opportunity to help you grow your craft, build your career, and make an impact with every service.
Why work for Carmen's Group?
- Flexible scheduling
- Career coaching & growth, including mentorship from our Director of Culinary
- Hands on experience working alongside seasoned Executive Chefs
- Great Place to Work Certified (2022-2024)
- Named Best Workplace in several award categories:
- Most Trusted Executive Teams
- Best Places to Work in Hospitality & Retail
- Best Places to Work in Canada
- Best Workplaces for Women
- Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
- Perks & Benefits
- Pay on Demand – get paid when you need it
- Global Hotel Discounts for your travels
- Staff discounts at our restaurants
- Culinary Apprenticeships & Red Seal Development
- Wellness programs & staff events
- Clear opportunities to grow into leadership roles
- Employee recognition programs celebrating your achievements and milestones
- Referral bonuses when you bring great talent to the team
- Safe, inclusive and supportive workplace culture
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 for an existing vacancy
Compensation: $18.50-22.00 per hour based on experience + gratuities
AI Disclosure: Your application will be reviewed by our hiring team
What you will be doing:
As a Line/Banquet Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, beautifully presented dishes that meet our standards of excellence. You’ll work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment where attention to detail, consistency, and pride in your craft are essential. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
-
Preparing and cooking menu items according to recipes and quality standards
-
Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies and ingredients
-
Maintaining cleanliness and organization of your workstation at all times
-
Strictly adhering to food safety protocols and sanitation guidelines, including safe food handling, storage, and cleaning practice
-
Assisting with prep work, banquet plating, and a variety of cooking techniques depending on the event or service style
-
Working closely with the culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely service
-
Supporting kitchen leadership in maintaining a positive and productive environment
-
Participating in team meetings, training sessions, and continuous improvement efforts
-
Taking pride in every plate that leaves your station
Whether you’re cooking for a private celebration, or large-scale banquet, your role is vital in creating exceptional culinary experiences for our guests.
What You Bring To The Table
- 1-2 years’ experience in a restaurant, banquet, or high-volume kitchen environment
- Excellent knife skills and deep knowledge of cooking techniques
- Safe Food Handler's Certificate
- Culinary Trade Certification or Read Seal (an asset)
- A passion for food and a drive to do 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.
Are You Ready to Take the Lead?
If you're a dedicated culinary professional who thrives under pressure 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.
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Not the right fit? Search for Line / Banquet Cook jobs in Hamilton, ON
About Carmens Group
Hospitality can mean many things: a delicious meal with close friends, a warm smile, or a comfortable room after a long day. Great hospitality means creating extraordinary memories and extraordinary memories are created by those who are passionate about enriching the lives of others. At Carmens Group, we understand that hospitality is the expression of a love of people. This concept is at the very core of what we do.
With this idea as our guide, we’ve created Hamilton’s most esteemed hospitality establishments: Carmens Event Centre, C Hotel, Carmen's Catering, Baci Ristorante, the Hamilton Convention Centre by Carmen’s, Fig & Lemon, the Arlington Hotel, River's Edge at The Arlington, The Lakeview, and Mercanti Specialty Foods Inc. Each of these settings offers unique experiences, all infused by the passion that has continued to make our organization successful for over four decades.
We also know that great hospitality and a love of people cannot be contained within four walls. That’s why we’re not just committed to enriching the lives of our guests, but also to the diverse communities in Hamilton, Ontario. Through our Carmens Group Cares program, we support organizations such as Good Shepherd, The United Way, and Charity of Hope.
By dedicating ourselves to nurturing personal connections with our guests, our stakeholders, and our community, we have cultivated a positive culture and an organization positioned for sustainable success.