Line Cook - Arlington Hotel & River's Edge
Paris, ON, Canada
Part Time
Mid Level
Cook Up Something Delicious in the Heart of Paris
Bring your culinary creativity to The Arlington Hotel, where a close-knit team creates memorable dining experiences in a historic boutique hotel. Your ideas and skills will shine in a welcoming kitchen, backed by more than 40 years of hospitality experience with Carmens Group.
Why Work for Carmens Group?
Position Details:
Job type: part-time, permanent
Vacancy: Existing vacancy (replacement for a currently unfilled position)
Compensation: $18.50 – $21.00 per hour + gratuities
AI Disclosure: Your application will be viewed by our recruitment team
Job Responsibilities:
As a Line Cook at Carmen’s Group, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, beautifully presented dishes that meet our standards of excellence.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
From restaurant service and private celebrations to large banquets, your work helps create memorable dining experiences for our guests.
What We’re Looking For:
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.
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.
Bring your culinary creativity to The Arlington Hotel, where a close-knit team creates memorable dining experiences in a historic boutique hotel. Your ideas and skills will shine in a welcoming kitchen, backed by more than 40 years of hospitality experience with Carmens Group.
Why Work for Carmens 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, 2026)
- 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
- Employee Scholarship Program
- Wellness programs & staff events
- Clear opportunities to grow into leadership roles
- Employee recognition programs celebrating your achievements
- Referral bonuses when you bring great talent to the team
- Safe, inclusive and supportive workplace culture
Position Details:
Job type: part-time, permanent
Vacancy: Existing vacancy (replacement for a currently unfilled position)
Compensation: $18.50 – $21.00 per hour + gratuities
AI Disclosure: Your application will be viewed by our recruitment team
Job Responsibilities:
As a Line Cook at Carmen’s Group, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, beautifully presented dishes that meet our standards of excellence.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards
- Set up and stock your station with the ingredients and supplies needed for service
- Keep your workstation clean, organized, and ready for the next task
- Follow food safety and sanitation practices, including proper food handling, storage, and cleaning
- Support food preparation and banquet plating, adapting to different cooking techniques and service styles
- Work with the culinary team to keep kitchen operations running smoothly and service on schedule
- Help kitchen leaders maintain a positive, productive work environment
- Take part in team meetings, training, and ongoing improvements
- Take pride in every dish you prepare
From restaurant service and private celebrations to large banquets, your work helps create memorable dining experiences for our guests.
What We’re Looking For:
- 1-2 years of experience cooking in banquet, catering, or high-volume kitchen settings
- Strong knife skills and a solid understanding of cooking techniques
- Valid Food Handler’s Certificate
- Culinary trade certification or Red Seal is an asset
- Availability to work daytime, evening, weekend shifts
- Ability to guide and support kitchen team members
- Passion for food and a commitment to doing your best each shift
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.
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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