Posted 19 days ago
Line Cook - R&D
@ Oliver & Bonacini
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Oliver & Bonacini is hiring a line cook for the R&D restaurant in Toronto's Chinatown. The role prepares food to restaurant standards, follows recipes and sanitation rules, and assists with inventory and receiving. The posting lists a $20 to $24 hourly wage, weekend, evening and holiday availability, and benefits including gratuities and health coverage.
Pay:
$20–$24 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Prepare food for the event space to O&B standards
- Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specs
- Maintain prep lists and follow FIFO
- Assist with inventory, receiving and storage
- Clean work areas and follow sanitation and WHMIS rules
Requirements summary:
- 1-2 years cooking experience in fast-paced restaurant or catering
- Basic professional cooking and knife skills
- Culinary diploma is an asset
- Ability to work calmly under pressure
- Available weekends, evenings and holidays
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-19
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-19
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Food & beverage |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Schedule | evening, holidays, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Restaurant or kitchen |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | WHMIS |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Culinary arts |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount, Wellness |
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Oliver & Bonacini
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Experience the best of hospitality with Canada’s most diverse restaurant & events company
Full company description
Founded in 1993 by Peter Oliver and Michael Bonacini, Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality is now recognized as one of Canada’s leading restaurant and event groups. With locations in Toronto, Montreal, Saskatoon, Calgary and beyond, O&B’s diverse portfolio currently includes a collection of unique and innovative restaurants, event spaces, a bakery, and several strategic partnerships. O&B’s restaurants include à la carte dining, quick service, catering, group dining and special events. The company’s private dining and events division, Oliver & Bonacini Events and Catering, manages a number of large-scale event venues, including Arcadian, The Carlu, and the Toronto Region Board of Trade, among others. Oliver & Bonacini credits its success to the development of a strong corporate culture, where excellence of food quality and service are valued above all else. With even further expansion ahead, Oliver & Bonacini’s standards of food and service excellence remain the main focus of the company’s vision.
- LinkedIn followers
- 31,292
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 870
- Reported office locations
- 2323 Yonge Street, 303, Toronto, Ontario M4P2C9, CA
- 401 Bay St, Toronto, Ontario, CA
- Business categories
- E-Commerce
- Hospitality
- Restaurants
- Food Delivery
- Catering
- Gift
- Event Management
- Other recorded names
- Oliver & Bonacini
- Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality
- Specialties
- Fine dining
- Service
- Excellence
- Food
- Wine
- Hospitality
- Restaurants
- Events
- Catering
- and Culinary
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Founded in 1993 by Peter Oliver and Michael Bonacini, Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality is now recognized as one of Canada’s leading restaurant and event groups. With locations in Toronto, Montreal, Saskatoon, Calgary and beyond, O&B’s diverse portfolio currently includes a collection of unique and innovative restaurants, event spaces, a bakery, and several strategic partnerships. O&B’s restaurants include à la carte…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitality |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1993 |
| Specialties | Fine diningServiceExcellenceFoodWineHospitalityRestaurantsEventsCateringand Culinary |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 106 |
| View page |
Company Description
Michelin-recognized and located in the heart of Toronto’s vibrant Chinatown, R&D is a creative and contemporary concept where bold flavours and inventive dishes take center stage. Joining us means becoming part of a team of culinary innovators and hospitality professionals who thrive on pushing boundaries, delivering exceptional service, and delighting guests with memorable dining experiences. You’ll contribute to a dynamic, trend-setting environment where creativity, precision, and passion define every moment.
What's in it for you?
- Gratuities
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage
- Discounted gym membership
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
- 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
- Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!
Job Description
Our Cooks bring passion, precision, and pride to every dish they prepare. Their enthusiasm for food is contagious, and they strive to deliver excellence with every plate. Committed to cleanliness and consistency, they take pride in honoring guest requests and maintaining the highest culinary standards.
The day to day:
- Perform delegated tasks from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
- Day to day food preparation of the event space according to O&B standards
- Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
- Maintain a prep list of station duties
- Follow the FIFO method to maximize freshness
- Assist in food inventory and control
- Assist in properly receiving and storing delivered items
- Clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, and hygiene guidelines
- Strictly adhere to WHMIS and MSDS guidelines
- Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required
Qualifications
- 1-2 years cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant or event/ catering environment
- Culinary diploma/degree is an asset.
- Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
- Ability to take direction and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
- Able to spend 100% of the time standing
- Available weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Full time position
- Legally eligible to work in Canada
Additional Information
This is a current vacancy
Hourly Wage: $20 - $24
AI Disclosure
To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.
Accessibility & Accommodation
Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidateca
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