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Senior Prep Cook - Catering

@ Oliver & Bonacini

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Toronto, Ontario

$20–$23/hrOn-siteFull-time2+ years experience
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Overview

Oliver & Bonacini is hiring a full-time Senior Prep Cook for its catering operation. The role involves prepping and organizing a station in a fine dining kitchen, mentoring junior cooks and following recipes and sanitation standards. The posting states a wage of $20 to $23 and evening, weekend and holiday availability.

Pay:

$20–$23 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and organize station to O&B standards
  • Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specs
  • Maintain prep lists and apply FIFO
  • Assist with receiving and storing deliveries
  • Mentor junior cooks and troubleshoot problems

Requirements summary:

  • 2 to 3 years cooking experience in high-volume kitchen
  • Strong professional cooking and knife skills
  • Ability to take direction and work calmly under pressure
  • Physically able to stand for entire shift
  • Available evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Food Handler Certification is a plus

Tools & skills

Work independentlyAttention to detailCoachingSanitationFood safetyWHMISMSDSCookingWork efficiently

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalVisionEmployee assistanceWellness
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-08
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentRetail
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleevening, holidays, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingRestaurant or kitchen
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer none
Licences & certificationsFood Handler Certification, WHMIS
EducationCollege diploma (preferred)
Fields of studyCulinary arts
Perks mentionedEmployee discount, Wellness, Paid training

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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.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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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.

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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…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitality
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1993
SpecialtiesFine diningServiceExcellenceFoodWineHospitalityRestaurantsEventsCateringand Culinary
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Job description

Company Description

Whether in our kitchens, dining rooms, event venues or offices, our singular purpose is to captivate guests with our unparalleled quality, service, and food and wine knowledge. We achieve this only through the excellence, innovation and passion of our team members. If you are seeking a rewarding career that involves first rate training and education, mentoring and development, attractive compensation, and inspiring rewards and recognition, consider joining O&B.

What's in it for you?

  • Discounted gym membership
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 50% dining discount for all O&B locations for you and up to 3 guests
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Access to health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
  • O&B is one of Canada's leading hospitality companies, offering a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities!

Job Description

Our Senior Cooks are cooks which have gained considerable experience working in fine dining kitchens. They are very organized and comfortable working in a high-pressure environment. The Sr Cooks must also be able to give orders within their section, work independently as well as reliably carry out orders handed down to them by the Sous Chef and Chef. Their attention to detail is monumental, able to mentor junior cooks and trouble-shooting any problems that may arise.

The day to day:

  • You are keen to acquire new skills and take direction, feedback, coaching from your from Sous Chef, Chef and/or General Manager
  • You’re enthusiastic about the service ahead and proactively prepare, and organize your station of according to O&B standards
  • You value the recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant
  • You easily maintain a prep list of station duties
  • You understand the importance of the FIFO method to maximize freshness
  • You’re a team player and step in to assist with receiving and storing delivered items
  • You’re like us, fanatical about cleanliness of 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

  • 2–3 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced, high-volume event or restaurant environment
  • Culinary diploma or degree is considered an asset
  • Strong understanding of professional cooking techniques and knife handling skills
  • Ability to take direction, work efficiently, and remain calm under pressure
  • Physically able to stand for extended periods (100% of shift)
  • Valid Food Handler Certification is a plus
  • Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
  • Full time position
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information

This is a current vacancy.

Wage: $20 - $23

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 candidate.

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