Culinary - Second Cook
About The Position
At Bingemans, we create Grand Experiences. As one of Waterloo Region’s largest hospitality and entertainment providers, Bingemans offers a diverse mix of meeting and event spaces, catering services, and year-round as well as seasonal attractions. From corporate conferences and social celebrations to family fun at Big Splash Waterpark, FunworX Indoor Playland, and Bingemans Camping Resort, we deliver memorable experiences for every guest. Seasonal events such as Screampark, Gift of Lights, along with venues such as Kingpin Bowlounge and Putt Social, round out a dynamic and growing portfolio across Southwestern Ontario. Bingemans is in the business of providing Grand Experiences! We are currently hiring for a Second Cook. What will you be doing? As a Second Cook, you will support daily food production in a high-volume commissary kitchen, preparing items for a wide range of events including banquets, weddings, and off-site catering. This role is ideal for a developing cook who is eager to build skills, gain experience across multiple stations, and grow within a professional kitchen.
Requirements
- Culinary diploma or certificate from a recognized institution
- 1–2 years of kitchen experience (catering or high-volume preferred)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and develop new skills
- Passion for food and attention to detail
- Food Handler Certification
- Reliable transportation
- Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and split shifts
Responsibilities
- Prepare and produce food for on-site and off-site events
- Assist with daily production planning and execution
- Work across both hot and cold kitchen stations
- Support transportation and setup of food for service
- Maintain organized mise en place and proper food storage
- Assist with inventory, receiving, and product rotation
- Follow standardized recipes and food safety practices
- Minimize waste and support food cost control
- Work collaboratively with the culinary team in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workspace
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
