Craft Bold Flavours in a Kitchen That Powers Unforgettable Events At the C Hotel by Carmens, our culinary team does more than just cook — they create experiences that leave lasting impressions. Whether you’re preparing large-scale banquet menus for weddings, corporate events, or gala dinners, your skills are on full display in a fast-paced, dynamic kitchen. As part of Carmens Group, you’ll have the support of a company with over 40 years of hospitality excellence—and the freedom to bring your pride and creativity to every plate you prepare. 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 & Perks
- Pay on Demand – get paid when you need it
- Global Hotel Discounts for your travels
- Comprehensive Group RRSP & Health Benefits
- Staff discounts at our restaurants
- Culinary Apprenticeships & Red Seal Development
- Wellness programs & staff events
- Clear opportunities for growth
- 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
full-time, permanent Vacancy: This posting is for an existing vacancy Compensation: $50,000
- $60,000 + gratuities AI Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence in the screening or selection of applicants for this position What you will be doing: As Banquet Chef,



you’ll play a key role in overseeing the culinary execution of large-scale, high-impact events — from elegant weddings and corporate galas to charity dinners and live shows. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you’ll take ownership of day-to-day banquet kitchen operations, independently leading the culinary team through high-volume service with precision, efficiency, and professionalism. Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing banquet food preparation, execution, and presentation for events of all sizes, ensuring consistency and quality
- Independently leading banquet kitchen operations during event service, making real-time decisions to ensure smooth and efficient execution
- Supervising, coaching, and mentoring line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen support staff during preparation, setup, service, and breakdown
- Ensuring all food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards are upheld across all kitchen areas
- Planning and coordinating kitchen logistics for multiple events running simultaneously
- Managing inventory, ordering, food costs, and proper storage of ingredients and supplies for banquet operations
- Collaborating with the Executive Chef on menu planning, tastings, and custom event offerings with a creative, guest-focused mindset
- Taking accountability for banquet food quality, presentation, timing, and overall kitchen performance during service
- Fostering a positive and collaborative kitchen culture that values communication, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Taking a hands-on approach to service execution, stepping in wherever needed to ensure exceptional guest experiences




- Upholding Carmen’s Group’s standards of culinary excellence and helping drive operational success
- Performing other duties as assigned to support the broader goals of the culinary department This is the ideal role for a confident, organized culinary leader with strong banquet experience, sound decision-making skills, and the ability to independently manage high-volume event service. What You Bring To The Table
- 3+ years of experience with banquet, catering or high volume kitchen environments
- Excellent knife skills and deep knowledge of cooking techniques
- Confidence supervising and mentoring kitchen team members
- Safe Food Handler's Certificate (Required)
- Culinary Trade Certification or Red Seal (an asset)
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and event based hours 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. Are you ready to take the lead? If you're a dedicated culinary professional who thrives under pressure and wants to be part of the city’s most exciting events, this is your stage. Apply today and let’s create 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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📌 Banquet Chef (Hamilton)
🏢 Carmens Group
📍 Hamilton