Line Cook

Park Eatery is part of the Neighbourhood Group of Companies, a Certified B Corporation with more than 30 years serving Guelph and Kitchener. We source 80%+ of our food and beverage from Ontario producers. Local isn’t a marketing word here — it’s how we actually cook.

We’re looking for an experienced Line Cook who is serious about their craft and wants to be part of a kitchen that gives a damn about the food.

If you’re here to collect a paycheque and move on, this probably isn’t the place. If you want to cook with real ingredients, grow your skills, and work alongside people who care — keep reading.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 2 years of line cook experience in a full-service restaurant
• Strong technical skills and the ability to execute clean under pressure
• Someone who takes full ownership of their station — prep, service, clean-up
• A genuine passion for food, local ingredients, and doing things properly
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Food Handler Certification required (or willingness to obtain before starting)
• Red Seal or apprenticeship enrollment is a strong asset

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Run your station through prep and service with consistency and pride
• Work with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients from Ontario farmers and producers
• Support kitchen staff and contribute to a strong team culture
• Uphold food safety and HACCP standards at all times
• Step up when it’s needed — this team counts on each other

EARNINGS & PERKS

• $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience
• Team Share paid bi-weekly — gratuities are funded directly by guests and distributed to eligible kitchen team members (amounts vary based on sales and seasonality)
• Health & dental benefits available after 3 months
• Employee Assistance Program — 24/7 confidential support
• Employee Relief Fund — internal support for unexpected life challenges
• Team dining discounts across all Neighbourhood Group restaurants
• Real career growth — clear pathways across five NGC concepts

Our chefs want to meet you. Apply now via this posting.

The Neighbourhood Group of Companies is committed to equitable hiring and a respectful, inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

BY NEIGHBOURS — FOR NEIGHBOURS

Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 25.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Store discount

Application question(s):

• Are available to work evenings and weekends?

Experience:

• line cook: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person