Event Catering Chefs & Cooks – Freelance HALTON AREA
(On-Site, Full-Time & Part-Time also Available)
Seventh Heaven Event Catering | Etobicoke, ON
Are you a skilled chef or cook looking to take your culinary craft into exciting, fast-paced event environments? Seventh Heaven Event Catering is hiring talented professionals to join our award-winning culinary team for on-site events across the HALTON AREA REGION.
We're a boutique catering and events company known for our elevated menus, flawless execution, and unforgettable experiences. From luxury weddings to corporate galas and intimate private dinners, our work is as diverse as it is dynamic-and no two days are ever the same.
Whether you're looking for the flexibility of freelance gigs or the stability of full-time hours with benefits, we've got a place for you in our kitchen.
Why Work With Us?
At Seventh Heaven, we do more than just feed people-we help create lasting memories through food. We take pride in our team and work hard to make sure our chefs and cooks feel supported, challenged, and inspired.
Here's what you can expect:
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Flexible scheduling - full-time, part-time, or on-call freelance roles
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Competitive pay from $22–$35/hour, based on experience and position
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Year-round work with a consistent calendar of high-profile events
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Full-time employee benefits:
We foster a collaborative, respectful kitchen culture where creativity is encouraged and quality is non-negotiable.
What the Role Looks Like
As an on-site Event Chef or Cook, you'll be part of a mobile culinary team preparing and serving food at events throughout the HALTON AREA Region. You may be leading a plated service one day and working a high-end cocktail reception the next.
Your Day-to-Day Might Include:
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Executing menus for events ranging from 10 to 1,000+ guests
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Leading or supporting a kitchen team in on-site setups
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Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and presentation
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Collaborating with chefs, planners, and service staff for smooth execution
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Packing, transporting, setting up, and breaking down mobile kitchens
Who We're Looking For
You're a team player with a sharp palate, a cool head, and a strong sense of timing. You take ownership of your work, keep things clean, and don't crack under pressure. And most of all-you love making great food that people remember.
Ideally, you have:
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At least 3 years of professional culinary experience (event or catering experience is a plus!)
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The ability to work solo or lead small teams, depending on event scale
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Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
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The physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in high-heat or mobile environments
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A professional attitude, punctuality, and attention to detail
Access to reliable transportation is an asset, as travel to and from venues is part of the job.
Where You'll Work
Seventh Heaven Commissary Kitchen
333 Evans Avenue, Etobicoke, ON, M8Z 1K2
Serving venues and events all across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area.
Apply Now – Start Creating Culinary Experiences
