Job ID #31430: Chief Cook

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

• Job ID #31430: Chief Cook
• Union: Non-Union
• Job Description ID #: 281
  
• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on October 8th, 2025.
• Duration: 6 months
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Manager, Sport Services, the Chief Cook – Sport Services will be responsible for providing high quality food and beverage services related to sport activities and sport related special events in accordance with Provincial and local standards and within budgetary guidelines.

GENERAL DUTIES

Assists in the preparation of menus for daily operations and special activities and functions within the Division primarily focused on sport activities.

Prepares and cooks food for daily operations and special activities and functions at Kings Forest Course as a home base.

Participates in the hiring and training of food and beverage staff for Sport Services. Responsible for the development and control of an inventory system with costs of goods sold reported on a quarterly basis.

Participates in the development of off premises catering policies and menus. Plans, organizes and supervises food preparation.

Meets with customers as required to discuss menu and special arrangements concerning special activities and catered functions.

Assists in the supervision, orientation, training, co-ordination and assignment of tasks to part-time Cooks and part-time Servers.

Monitors food supplies and informs management of inventory requirements. Provides statistics and information for budget preparation.

Maintains and updates records with respect to menus and costing. Locks and unlocks storage areas, refrigeration and freezers.

Maintains and cleans kitchen and food services working areas.

Ensures that the kitchen operations comply with all applicable statutes and regulations including but not limited to the Health Protection and Promotion Act and the Food Premises Regulations, City of Hamilton Health By-laws and Occupational Health sand Safety Act.

Ensures that staff perform duties in accordance with established policies and procedures to ensure quality food service and a safe work environment.

Ensure that employees are provided with and use the appropriate equipment, material and/or procedures required to perform the assigned duties.

Ensures that all employees perform work in accordance with applicable health and safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the responsibilities of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous cooking experience normally acquired through a combination of food services courses and relevant work

• Previous experience in food preparation, catering and baking is

• Knowledge of Health Protection and Promotion Act as it relates to Provincial Food Premises Regulations, Liquor Licence Laws, City of Hamilton Health By-Law and Occupational Health and Safety

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations as it relates to the

• Good interpersonal and communication

• Must be flexible in working schedule and independently in a team

• Must have Food Handlers

• Smart Serve certificate with experience with alcohol sales related experience is preferred.

HOURS: 40 per week

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

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The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.