toronto, on cooks & food Jobs – 1229 Openings This Week

Events Cook
McEwan Don Mills —North York, ON
- $20–$25 an hour
- Overtime
- Cooking
- Hotel
- No university degree
- Designated paid holidays
4d
Cook II
Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care —Scarborough, ON
- $22.02–$24.56 an hour
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- English
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5d
Cooks Needed- MAILO'S the pasta project
Mailos the Pasta Project —Toronto, ON
- $17.20–$25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
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Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Mozy's —Toronto, ON
- $23–$25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Food service
- In-person
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6d
Team Member
KFC Canada - Soul Foods Group —Toronto, ON
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Restaurant
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1d
Cook - Nutritional Services
CAMH —Toronto, ON
- $36.81–$38.48 an hour
- Part-time
- Communication skills
LINE COOK AND PREP COOK NEEDED
Moxies —Toronto, ON
- Part-time
- Restaurant experience
- Communication skills
- Time management
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EXP. LINE COOKS APPLY HERE
CHUCKS ROADHOUSE BAR & GRILL- Mississauga, Millcreek —Mississauga, ON
- $18–$24 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Food service
- Restaurant experience
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Sushi Cook
Shinji Japanese —Toronto, ON
- $20–$24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Restaurant experience
13d
Pizza Maker
Vivo Pizza Pasta - Corporate Location —Richmond Hill, ON
- $20–$24 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- English
- In-person
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6d
Line Cooks + Prep Cooks(MITA MITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT)
FAB Restaurant Concepts —Toronto, ON
- $17.60–$21.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- English
- Organizational skills
- Dental care
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11d
Cook II
Verve Senior Living —Toronto, ON
- $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Cooking
- English
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10d
Line Cook
Dolphin Gaming —Scarborough, ON
- $17.50–$21.96 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Food service
- In-person
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10d
Cook
Stellar Personnel —Toronto, ON
- $18–$20 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Communication skills
Prep cook - Full time #5197
Bédard Ressources —Toronto, ON
- $22.77 an hour
- Temporary
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
- Flexible schedule
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
La Vecchia Ristorante —Toronto, ON
- $22–$30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Sanitation
- Cooking
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Cooks - JOB FAIR - SCADDABUSH HOLIDAY INN & SUITES UNTIL JULY 2nd
Scaddabush Italian Kitchen & Bar —Aurora, ON
- $17.60–$22.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Inventory management
- Sanitation
- Store discount
- Dental care
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4d
Experienced Cooks - Riley’s Fish +Steak Toronto
GLOWBAL RESTAURANT GROUP —Toronto, ON
- $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- English
- Dental care
- Vision care
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1d
Line Cook/Prep Cook
FAB Restaurant Concepts —Toronto, ON
- From $17.80 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Flexible schedule
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Line Cook/Prep Cook(33 Bloor St E)
Cafe Landwer —Toronto, ON
- $20–$23 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Food service
- Organizational skills
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Line Cook
Ruby Soho Bar —Toronto, ON
- 8 hour shift
- Cooking
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Flexible schedule
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Line Cook
Fox on John —Toronto, ON
- $20–$23 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- English
- In-person
- Store discount
- Dental care
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Line Cook - Porzia's
Porzia's —York, ON
- $21–$23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Food service
- Store discount
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3d
First Cook - Production Kitchen
Scarlett House Food Group Inc. —Toronto, ON
- $22.66 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- English
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11d
Line Cook/Prep Cook (Thai Cuisine)
Bangkok Garden —Toronto, ON
- $19–$22 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- English
- Food service
- Store discount
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Events Cook

McEwan Don Mills
North York, ON

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Job details

Full-time
4 days ago

Benefits

Designated paid holidays

Skills

WHMIS Certification
Food Handler Certification
Cooking
Waste management
Restaurant experience
Communication skills
Kitchen experience

Full job description

Key Responsibilities

Catering Event Preparation

• Plan and execute food preparation for catering events of varying scale, from intimate corporate functions to large-format banquets, in alignment with event menus and guest count specifications.

• Coordinate with the Sous Chef to establish production timelines and prep schedules that ensure all event items are prepared, portioned, and packaged to the required standard prior to departure.

• Perform accurate batch cooking and volume scaling in accordance with event recipes and menus developed by culinary leadership.

• Prepare, pack, and transport food items, equipment, and supplies required for off-site events, following proper food safety transportation protocols.

• Execute on-site food service at catering events including plating, chafing, and final-stage cooking as required by the event format.

• Ensure all event food items meet quality, temperature, allergen, and presentation standards prior to service.

General Kitchen Production

• Fulfill all day-to-day kitchen cook responsibilities, including daily prep, mise en place, and in-house production when not deployed to an event.

• Execute assigned recipes with accuracy and consistency across batch and à la minute cooking formats.

• Maintain workstation organization, cleanliness, and mise en place throughout all phases of the shift.

• Perform proper FIFO rotation, labelling, and cold storage management of all prepped and event-returned product.

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain strict compliance with the Ontario Food Premises Regulation (O. Reg. 562/90), internal HACCP protocols, and all applicable health and safety requirements at both in-house and off-site locations.

• Ensure all food transported off-site meets safe temperature thresholds and is appropriately containerized, sealed, and documented.

• Conduct temperature monitoring and maintain required food safety documentation including transport logs and event checklists.

• Adhere to all OHSA requirements, including safe handling, PPE usage, and incident reporting protocols at all work locations.

Communication & Teamwork

• Liaise proactively with the Sous Chef and event coordination team to ensure alignment on event-specific requirements, special dietary needs, and menu adjustments.

• Represent the culinary team professionally at off-site events, demonstrating exemplary conduct in client-facing settings.

• Collaborate with fellow kitchen staff to support overall production targets and contribute to a positive team environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Certifications

• Completion of a recognized culinary arts program (diploma or certificate) OR equivalent professional experience considered.

• Valid Ontario Food Handler Certification (mandatory; must be current).

• WHMIS 2015 certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

• Valid Ontario driver's licence (G class or higher) is considered an asset for event transportation purposes.

Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of professional kitchen experience in a full-service restaurant, hotel, banquet, or catering operation.

• Demonstrated prior experience in a catering or event-based culinary role is strongly preferred.

• Experience cooking for large guest counts (50–500+) and managing event timelines independently.

• Familiarity with off-site event service operations including on-location set-up, breakdown, and waste management.

Skills & Competencies

• Versatile cooking skill set spanning multiple cuisine styles and service formats.

• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to remain composed and professional under event-day pressure.

• Physical capacity to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and manage the physical demands of event transport and set-up.

• Flexible and available to work variable shifts including evenings and weekends as dictated by event requirements.

• Reliable, punctual, and solutions-oriented with a demonstrated commitment to quality.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $22.00 – $25.00, commensurate with experience and event-related scope.

• All entitlements in compliance with the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), including vacation pay, public holiday pay, and overtime entitlements.

• WSIB coverage from first day of employment; coverage extends to off-site event locations.

• Safe and compliant work environment in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).

• Travel/transportation for off-site events coordinated and covered by the employer.

• Career growth opportunities within a growing culinary and catering operation.

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

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