Banquet Chef - C Hotel

Banquet Chef - C Hotel

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 & Benefits
• 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.