Prepares food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

What You’ll Bring

- Culinary know-how: A solid understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, mise en place, and food preparation, with the ability to prep, pre-cook, cook, and plate food to a high standard. Proven experience in a fast paced kitchen environment and/or fine dining experience of 2-3 years
- Event-ready: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and excited by the energy of buffets, plated dinners, passed canapés, action stations, and other event experiences.
- Food safety focused: Food Safety Certification required, with a strong commitment to sanitation, proper food storage, labeling, dating, rotation, and safe kitchen practices.
- Team player: Positive, reliable, and ready to jump in wherever needed. You take direction well, communicate clearly, ask questions, and work collaboratively with chefs and operational teams.
- Clean, organized & accountable: Take pride in keeping your station and equipment clean and organized, while promptly reporting maintenance needs, faulty equipment, accidents, or safety concerns.
- Bring the energy: Passionate about food, eager to learn, adaptable, and comfortable being on your feet while handling tasks such as lifting up to 25 lbs (11 kg), bending, and carrying supplies. Most importantly, you’re ready to have fun and help create memorable events!

About Arcadian Arcadian is a premier event venue located in the heart of downtown Toronto,



featuring multiple event spaces that accommodate everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations. As part of the Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality family, you’ll have the opportunity to gain experience with one of Canada’s leading hospitality groups and explore future career opportunities across our diverse portfolio of restaurants and event venues. In addition to competitive pay, team members are eligible for event pay, providing an additional $3.00–$5.00 per hour depending on the event—offering even greater earning potential while gaining valuable industry experience.

What’s in it for you?

- Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
- The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
- Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
- Health Benefits.



For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
- A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness.

Our Mental

Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.

- We are as diverse as our guests. We believe diverse and inclusive environments support innovation and collaboration, and benefit our associates, clients, and customers. We are committed to Listen, Learn, and Act and our Diversity Inclusion Action Councils (DIAC) are associate led groups that seek to foster inclusion through cultural awareness, engagement and appreciation of diversity. We are Stronger, Together!

We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all.

Our Employee Resource

Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [email protected] for further information.

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