Job Description

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey to shape the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly, with innovation and excellence in parliamentary operations? At the Office of the Assembly, we're not just supporting Parliament; we're a dynamic team dedicated to driving change and making an impact every day.



At the heart of our mission is to provide non-partisan administrative and procedural services to all MPPs, along with operational support for the daily activities of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Our success is intricately tied to the strength and diversity of our staff, as we champion our core values: integrity, inclusiveness, collaboration, and excellence.



Looking for a rewarding career where you can share your expertise in a Cook capacity? Seize this opportunity to embody our organizational values within our Parliamentary Food Services branch. Looking for a rewarding career where you can share your expertise in a Cook capacity? Seize this opportunity to embody our organizational values within our Parliamentary food Services. As a valued member of our team, reporting directly to the Executive Chef, you will collaborate closely with a dynamic group of cooks and cafe coordinators.

The successful applicant must be available to work during the sitting period of the 2025/2026 Provincial Parliamentary Calendar, which spans approximately from October 14, 2025, to June 5

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, 2026. Flexibility during this period is essential. Working approx. 29 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, with the potential to work beyond this schedule, dependent on House requirements.

What You'll Do

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You'll act with integrity to:

Prepare a wide variety of foods and menu items to the highest quality standards for the In Camera Dining Room or Quorum Cafe and all catering events. Maintain the kitchen health and safety standards, monitor, and record inventory and ensure work areas are clean and organized.
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You'll support our collaboration as you:

Review menus, determine food preparation requirements and perform preliminary food preparation to ensure food service for events and meal deadlines is efficient and meets service standards. Prepare, cook, and assemble food such as meats, fish, salads and dressings, soups, sauces, sandwiches, vegetables, desserts, pastries, baked foods, hot and cold buffets and non-alcoholic beverages for breakfast, lunch and catering events. Create specialty dishes and develop recipes under the direction of the Executive Chef.

How You Qualify

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You demonstrate excellence through your:

Adherence to all required health and safety regulations and procedure, and all food safety standards for hygiene, sanitation and safety. Performance of menu and nutrition planning, food costing and checking product quality and quantity. Ensuring of all work areas, equipment and utensils are maintained and/or stored in a clean, tidy, sanitary and secure manner during and/or at the end of each shift. Certificate of trade qualification in cooking (Red Seal preferred), with a minimum of 6 months cooking experience in a hotel, restaurant or private club facility, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Completion of Food Safety certification (required) Completion of a course in large volume cooking from a vocational school or institution preferred. Experience with standard practices, methods and procedures of large volume food preparation and service, including bakery products and desserts. Ability to: + train others in general cooking and kitchen work.
+ estimate quantities and prepare foods with a minimum of waste.
+ follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
+ maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

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Here's what awaits you:

A dynamic, unique work environment A team of dedicated professionals Support for your career through training and development Access to an employee and family assistance program

If you're ambitious, passionate, and ready to make your mark, seize the opportunity by selecting "" at the bottom of the page.



Join us in shaping the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly. Your journey starts here!



The Legislative Assembly of Ontario is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who champions diversity and inclusion. We foster an environment where unique perspectives are valued, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you need accommodations during the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at hr@ola.org.



While we appreciate your interest in obtaining employment with the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.