Lead Line Cook (Leadership Growth Opportunity)
Highbell Hospitality Group – Toronto, ON
Pay: $19.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience, Growth Opportunity: Performance-based wage review after up to 60 days, with the opportunity to earn up to $23.00/hour.
Job Type: Full-Time
Join a Team That’s Building Something Different
Highbell Hospitality Group is a growing hospitality company specializing in premium catering, commissary production, festivals, corporate events, and unique food concepts throughout Toronto.
We’re looking for an experienced Lead Line Cook who wants more than just another kitchen job. This is an opportunity to work alongside an experienced culinary leadership team, help shape kitchen culture, and grow into future leadership opportunities as our company continues to expand.
If you take pride in your work, lead by example, and want to be part of building something meaningful, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do
- Lead by example during prep and service.
- Produce high-quality food with consistency and attention to detail.
- Support commissary production, catering, and festival operations.
- Help organize daily prep and maintain an efficient kitchen.
- Coach and support junior cooks while fostering a positive team environment.
- Maintain exceptional food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
- Assist with inventory, receiving, stock rotation, and prep planning.
- Support off-site events and special projects as required.
- Work collaboratively with chefs, supervisors, and teammates to ensure every service is successful.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience.
- Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume kitchens.
- Leadership qualities and the confidence to lead by example.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Reliable, accountable, and professional.
- Calm under pressure with a solutions-focused mindset.
- Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain one).
Compensation & Growth
Starting wage is $18.00–$22.00/hour, depending on experience.
We believe strong performance should be recognized. Team members who consistently demonstrate reliability, professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to our standards may be eligible for a performance-based wage review after up to 60 days of employment, with the opportunity to earn up to $23.00/hour.
As Highbell Hospitality Group continues to grow, additional leadership opportunities may become available for team members who consistently demonstrate the ability to lead others and uphold our standards.
Why Join Highbell?
- Work on exciting festivals, catering events, and premium hospitality experiences throughout Toronto.
- Gain experience across commissary production, live events, and high-volume service.
- Learn directly from experienced culinary leadership.
- Grow with a company that values initiative, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Be part of a team where your work has a direct impact on the success of the business.
Who You’ll Succeed Here
You’re dependable. You communicate well. You care about the quality of your work and the people around you. You take ownership instead of making excuses, stay composed under pressure, and understand that great kitchens are built through consistency, teamwork, and professionalism.
If you’re looking for a place where your work ethic is recognized and your growth is earned, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your resume along with a brief introduction about yourself and your culinary experience.
Pay: $17.60-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
