General Labour

Hamilton, ON, Canada
Part Time
Experienced
Be Part of the Magic at Carmen’s Event Centre

Carmens Event Centre is where Hamilton comes to celebrate—and where you can be part of something unforgettable. As a team member at one of the city’s most iconic venues, you’ll help bring dream weddings, milestone galas, and show-stopping events to life in a setting known for elegance, grandeur, and timeless charm.
Whether you’re welcoming guests, setting the stage, serving with polish, or supporting behind the scenes, your role plays a key part in creating once-in-a-lifetime moments. No two events are the same, and every day brings something new, exciting, and meaningful.

As part of Carmens Group, you’ll be joining a team backed by over 40 years of hospitality excellence—and a culture built on pride, passion, and creating extraordinary experiences.

Why Work for Carmens Group?
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Career coaching & growth
  • 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
    • 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 not for an existing vacancy (newly created position / expanding headcount)
Compensation: $19.00 - $21.00
AI Disclosure: Your application will be reviewed by our hiring team - we do not use artificial intelligence in the screening or selection of applicants for this position


What you will be doing:

As a General Labourer at Carmen’s Group, you’ll play an essential role in ensuring our event spaces and properties are safe, functional, and impeccably maintained. From supporting event set-ups to maintaining indoor and outdoor spaces, your hands-on work directly contributes to delivering exceptional guest experiences and seamless events.

Your responsibilities will include:
  •  Maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall presentation of event properties, ensuring all amenities are fully operationa
  • Assist with event set-up and tear-down, including furniture arrangements, décor changes, and technical elements such as lighting, sound systems, special effects, and pyrotechnics, in accordance with BEOs
  • Support indoor property maintenance, including painting, minor plumbing repairs, and replacement of bulbs and batteries in guest areas
  • Perform outdoor maintenance duties to ensure guest safety and property appeal, including snow removal, landscaping, and general grounds upkeep
  • Ensure all fire safety equipment and materials are accessible, compliant, and in proper working condition
  • Assist the maintenance team with preventative maintenance tasks, routine repairs, and equipment cleaning
  • Perform ladder work safely, including cleaning and maintaining high fixtures throughout the property
  • Identify maintenance issues, recommend improvements, and communicate updates to the appropriate teams
  • Utilize inventory tracking systems to manage tools, equipment, and cleaning supplies
  • Assist with office moves, furniture deliveries, and loading and unloading as required
  • Clean event spaces, offices, and washrooms, including floor stripping and waxing on a scheduled basis
  • Participate in safety discussions and proactively address priority concerns to maintain a safe work environment
  • Support a collaborative team environment and contribute to continuous improvement across operations
  • Complete Porter duties including but not limited to:
    • Set up each event space to reflect the client's vision
    • Transport set up items to event locations
    • Prepare event spaces by moving, arranging and setting up furniture as per the event contract
    • Set up tables, chairs and decor based on number of guests attending the event
    • Tear down tables, chairs and decor after the event commences
  • Other duties as assigned
What Makes You a Strong Fit
  • Previous experience in a general labour, maintenance, or hospitality support role is considered an asset
  • Hands-on, dependable, and safety-focused with a strong work ethic
  • Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, ladder work, and extended periods of standing or walking
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining clean, safe, and well-organized workspaces
  • Comfortable assisting with event set-ups, tear-downs, and property maintenance tasks
  • A proactive team player with the ability to work independently and follow direction when required
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
  • Positive, professional attitude with strong communication skills
  • Availability to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by events
  • Willingness to follow safety procedures and properly use tools, equipment, and cleaning products
  • Valid Scissor Lift license an asset
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.

If you're a passionate hospitality professional who thrives on creating exceptional experiences for guests, this is your opportunity.  Apply today and help us deliver 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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