Role overview

Immediate Hiring – Chef – Continental Cuisine

Mississauga Convention Centre | Mississauga, ON
Full-Time | Permanent

Mississauga Convention Centre is hiring an experienced Chef specializing in Continental cuisine. If you are passionate about creating high-quality international dishes and have strong experience in banquet, catering, and large-scale food production, we want to hear from you.

You will be part of a busy, high-volume kitchen preparing exceptional meals for weddings, corporate events, banquets, and special functions while maintaining the highest standards of quality, presentation, and food safety.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and cook a variety of Continental dishes including appetizers, soups, salads, pasta, seafood, poultry, meat entrées, and desserts

Ensure consistency in taste, portion control, presentation, and overall food quality

Prepare food for high-volume banquets, weddings, corporate events, and catering operations

Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and food presentation

Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety

Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently

Support daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment

Assist with inventory control, ordering, proper storage, and FIFO stock rotation

Minimize food waste and maintain cost-effective food production

Work closely with kitchen staff to ensure smooth production and timely service

Ensure attractive food presentation and adherence to event specifications

Qualifications:

Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Chef specializing in Continental cuisine

Strong knowledge of Continental cooking techniques, sauces, soups, pasta, meat, poultry, and seafood preparation

Experience in banquet, catering, hotel, convention centre, or high-volume kitchen environments

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment

Food Handler Certification required

WHMIS Certification is an asset

Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality

Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills

Physically able to stand for long periods and perform kitchen-related duties

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in banquet and catering operations

Menu planning and food costing experience

Experience supervising or mentoring kitchen staff

Knowledge of international cuisines and dietary accommodations

Culinary certification is considered an asset

What We Offer

Stable full-time position

Opportunity to work in a leading banquet and event venue

Dynamic, high-volume kitchen environment

Career growth within a growing hospitality organization

Competitive pay based on experience

Join our growing culinary team and help deliver exceptional food and service for memorable events and celebrations.