Head Cook / Kitchen Lead – Seasonal (Immediate Start)Lakeside Golf Club West Guilford – West Guilford, ON Full-Time | Seasonal | Wage discussed during interview

About Us

Located on the shores of beautiful Green Lake, Lakeside Golf Club Haliburton is a relaxed 9-hole public golf course serving locals and seasonal visitors in Ontario’s scenic cottage country. Our clubhouse kitchen is known for its approachable, pub-style menu and friendly service in a welcoming lakeside setting.

We’re looking for a Head Cook / Kitchen Lead to run our kitchen operations for the remainder of the 2025 summer season. If you're an experienced culinary professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes pride in quality and consistency, and can take ownership of a kitchen—this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, including prep, service, and closing
• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and timing
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control with owner support
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and adherence to all food safety regulations
• Train and support junior staff or kitchen helpers as needed
• Collaborate on menu planning, specials, and seasonal offerings
• Create a positive, team-oriented work environment under pressure

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a cook, with at least 1–2 years in a lead or supervisory role
• Proficiency on grill, fryer, and all standard kitchen stations
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage solo and with support
• Food Handler Certification (required)
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays during the season
• Professional, reliable, and self-motivated

What We Offer

• Competitive wage (to be discussed during the interview, based on experience)
• Golf privileges
• Autonomy in a small, supportive team environment
• Stunning lakefront location with steady seasonal foot traffic
• Opportunity to return seasonally or grow with the role

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed or email your resume directly to lakesidegolfclub@hotmail.com with the subject line: “Head Cook Application – Lakeside Golf Club”

Take charge of the kitchen. Cook in cottage country. Join the Lakeside team and lead with pride this summer.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $17.20-$50.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Guilford, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Cooking: 5 years (required)
• Running a Kitchen: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work Location: In person