Line Cook - The Arlington Hotel

Create Memorable Dishes in the Heart of Paris

Bring your culinary skills to The Arlington Hotel, where history, creativity, and warm hospitality come together. Located in downtown Paris, Ontario, our distinctive boutique hotel offers the opportunity to join a close-knit kitchen team and contribute to memorable dining experiences.

As part of Carmens Group, you’ll be backed by over 40 years of hospitality excellence - and given the freedom to help shape what comes next.

Position Details:

Job Type: part-time, permanent

Vacancy: This posting is not for an existing vacancy (expanding headcount)

Compensation: $18.50–$21.00 per hour, plus gratuities

AI Disclosure: Your application will be reviewed by our hiring team – we do not use artificial intelligence in the screening or selection of applicants for this position.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Line Cook at The Arlington Hotel, you’ll prepare quality dishes that meet our standards for flavour and presentation. You’ll work alongside a supportive culinary team, helping keep service organized, efficient, and consistent.

• Prepare menu items according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Set up, stock, and maintain your station throughout service.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean, safe, and organized.
• Follow food handling, storage, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Assist with food preparation, plating, restaurant service, and special events.
• Work with the culinary team to provide timely, consistent service.
• Support your colleagues and help the kitchen run smoothly during busy periods.
• Participate in training, team meetings, and ongoing learning.
• Prepare each dish with care, accuracy, and pride.
  
  

From daily restaurant service to private events and celebrations, you’ll help create a welcoming dining experience for our guests.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Experience in a restaurant, banquet, or high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with a range of cooking techniques.
• A Safe Food Handler’s Certificate is an asset.
• Culinary Trade Certification or a Red Seal designation is an asset.
• genuine interest in food and pride in your work.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event-based hours
  
  

Why Work for Carmens Group?

• Flexible scheduling
• Career coaching and growth opportunities, including mentorship from our Director of Culinary
• Hands-on experience alongside seasoned Executive Chefs
• Great Place to Work Certified (2022–2024, 2026)
• Recognized as a Best Workplace in several award categories
• • Most Trusted Executive Teams
  • Best Workplaces in Hospitality & Retail
  • Best Workplaces in Canada
  • Best Workplaces for Women
  • Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
    
    

• Perks and benefits, including:
• • Pay on Demand - access your pay when you need it
  • Global hotel discounts
  • Staff discounts at our restaurants
  • Culinary apprenticeships and Red Seal development
  • Wellness programs and staff events
  • Opportunities to grow into leadership roles
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Referral bonuses
  • A safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture
    

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 enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen and take pride in being part of a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and bring your culinary skills to The Arlington Hotel.

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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