Part time weekend cook

Craft Bold Flavours in a Kitchen That Does It All
At Baci Ristorante, every dish tells a story—and as part of our culinary team, you help bring it to life. Located inside the C Hotel by Carmens, Baci is a modern Italian restaurant with a central wood-burning oven and an open-concept kitchen that puts your passion on display.
No two mornings are exactly the same, and you’ll play an important role in setting the tone for the day’s service. As part of Carmens Group, you’ll be supported by over 40 years of hospitality excellence—and empowered to put your creativity, precision, and pride into every plate.
Flexible scheduling
Career coaching & growth, including mentorship from our Director of Culinary
Hands on experience working alongside seasoned Executive Chefs
Best Places to Work in Hospitality & Retail
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Global Hotel Discounts for your travels
Staff discounts at our restaurants
Culinary Apprenticeships & Red Seal Development
Employee Scholarship Program
Referral bonuses when you bring great talent to the team
Job Type : Part-time
Compensation : $18.00-$20.00 per hour + 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.
As a Breakfast Cook at Baci Ristorante, you’ll be an essential part of delivering the first and most important meal of the day—crafted with care, consistency, and attention to detail. Working in our bright, open-concept kitchen, you’ll prepare delicious breakfast offerings that set the tone for our guests’ experience, whether they’re hotel guests or local diners starting their day with us.
Preparing and cooking breakfast menu items with accuracy, efficiency, and presentation in line with Baci’s standards
Performing opening duties and morning prep to ensure a smooth and timely service
Learning and mastering the details of our breakfast offerings to ensure consistency and quality
Maintaining a high level of cleanliness, organization, and food safety in all areas of the kitchen
Ensuring proper care, maintenance, and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and tools
Communicating effectively with the kitchen team to support smooth operations
Taking direction from the Director of Food & Beverage and supporting overall kitchen goals
Contributing to a positive and respectful team culture while helping drive continual improvement
This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in the early hours, loves a well-run kitchen, and takes pride in creating high-quality dishes that make a lasting impression.
Experience with banquet, catering or high volume kitchen environments
Excellent knife skills and deep knowledge of cooking techniques
Safe Food Handler's Certificate (Required)
Culinary Trade Certification or Read Seal (an asset)
A passion for food and a drive to do your best every shift
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.

If you're a dedicated culinary professional who thrives under pressure and wants to be part of the city’s most exciting events, this is your stage.