Culinary Team Member

The founding team is coming together. Now we're looking for someone who belongs in the kitchen.

Hidden beneath The Grove Hotel in downtown Kingsville, Rathskellar 1854 is getting ready to open its doors.

A little old-world soul. A little modern edge. Serious cocktails without taking ourselves too seriously. And a small, thoughtful food program designed to complement the experience.

We're looking for a Culinary Team Member to work alongside our Founding Culinary Lead and help bring that program to life.

This isn't a traditional restaurant kitchen. Our menu is intentionally focused, which means the details matter. Great ingredients. Thoughtful preparation. Beautiful presentation. Consistent execution.

We're looking for someone who understands that simple food can still be seriously good.

About Us

The Grove Hospitality Group is an independent, locally owned hospitality company based in Kingsville, Ontario. Our collection includes boutique accommodations and unique hospitality experiences, all built around thoughtful design, genuine hospitality and doing things a little differently.

Rathskellar 1854 is our newest concept.

What You'll Do

As a Culinary Team Member at Rathskellar 1854, you'll work alongside our Founding Culinary Lead and the rest of the Rathskellar team to deliver a small, carefully considered food program designed specifically for our cocktail lounge.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing ingredients and components for service
• Preparing and assembling boards, small plates and desserts
• Plating and presenting food consistently and with care
• Following recipes, portioning and presentation standards
• Maintaining proper food storage, labelling and rotation
• Assisting with receiving, stocking and inventory
• Maintaining an exceptionally clean and organized prep and kitchen space
• Following food safety and sanitation standards
• Supporting smooth and efficient service
• Communicating closely with the bar and service team
• Completing opening, closing and cleaning duties
• Helping establish the culinary systems and standards of Rathskellar from opening day forward

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Enjoys working with food and takes pride in presentation and execution
• Is organized, clean and naturally attentive to detail
• Can follow recipes, portioning and presentation standards consistently
• Is comfortable working independently when needed
• Stays calm and focused when service gets busy
• Is dependable, accountable and works well as part of a small team
• Is willing to learn and open to feedback
• Understands the importance of food safety, cleanliness and proper storage
• Is comfortable pitching in wherever needed in a small operation
• Is available to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• Holds, or is willing to obtain, a Food Handler Certificate before beginning work

Previous culinary, kitchen or food-service experience is an asset, but not necessarily required. We're interested in people with strong work habits, attention to detail and a genuine interest in food.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Previous culinary, kitchen, prep or food-service experience
• Culinary education or training
• Experience with charcuterie, cheese, small plates or cold preparation
• Experience with plating and presentation
• Experience in a cocktail bar, restaurant, winery, hotel or similar hospitality environment
• Food Handler Certification
• Experience helping open a new hospitality concept

Why Join Us?

• Be part of Rathskellar 1854 from opening day
• Work directly with our Founding Culinary Lead
• Part-time to full-time opportunities
• Compensation negotiable based on experience
• Participation in Rathskellar's gratuity program
• Help establish the systems and standards of a brand-new culinary program
• Training and opportunities to continue developing your culinary skills
• Opportunities for growth within Rathskellar and The Grove Hospitality Group
• Work alongside people who genuinely care about what they're creating

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed or visit our website to learn more about the role and Rathskellar 1854: thegrove.rocks/culinary-team-member/

You can also send your résumé and a brief introduction directly to [email protected].

We appreciate every application. While only those selected for an interview will be contacted, we genuinely thank everyone who takes the time to apply.

Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Are you regularly available to work evenings, weekends and holidays?
• Briefly tell us about any culinary, kitchen or food-service experience you have.
• What interests you about joining the opening team at Rathskellar 1854?

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person