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Playground

Premier poker room and gaming destination

Head Chef

Full-TimePosted on 10/16/2026
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Montreal, QC, Canada
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityCulinary & Kitchen Production

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 5 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine in a fine-dining or high-volume culinary establishment.
  • A degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, or equivalent certified culinary training, is a strong asset.
  • Mastery of classical and modern culinary techniques, recipe costing, inventory software, and vendor negotiation.
  • Valid MAPAQ certification.
  • Ability to work on feet for the duration of the shift.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, evenings, overnight hours, and holidays.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and French.
Responsibilities
  • Conceptualize, test, and implement seasonal menus and daily specials that reflect current culinary trends and brand identity.
  • Oversee prep, cook stations, and plating during service to ensure precise flavour, presentation, and quality control.
  • Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor sous chefs, line cooks, and kitchen assistants while supporting career growth.
  • Monitor food and labour costs, manage physical inventory, minimize kitchen waste, and order supplies within budget constraints.
  • Enforce strict hygiene standards, health department regulations, and kitchen safety practices.
  • Partner with front-of-house staff and management to maintain seamless service flow and handle special dietary requirements or guest requests.

About the company

Playground is a gaming and entertainment destination near Montreal with a 44-table poker room that hosts daily cash games and tournaments, including events like the World Poker Tour and WSOP Circuit. The venue also has over 1,100 gaming machines and electronic table games, plus dining and lounges such as The Rail and Drunken Dragon. It stands out for housing two of the largest Bad Beat Jackpots in poker history and for regularly attracting high-stakes players and spectators through major events. Its goal is to offer top-tier poker action, big jackpots, and a comprehensive entertainment experience for players and guests.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Canada

Founded

2010

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What believers are saying

  • Playground added three WSOP Circuit stops in 2026, deepening year-round event volume.
  • The January 2026 bad-beat jackpot hit CA$758,785, reinforcing player excitement and traffic.
  • Irish Poker Open satellites with Dusk Till Dawn widen international reach and acquisition channels.

What critics are saying

  • Auditor Jones & O’Connell raised going-concern doubt on April 29, 2026.
  • Playground Ventures adopted semi-annual reporting in May 2026, signaling reporting-cost pressure and strain.
  • If WSOP traffic softens after 2026, Playground’s tournament-led demand concentration becomes existential.

What makes Playground unique

  • Playground Poker Club in Kahnawake won exclusive WSOP partnership expansion in 2026.
  • Its Montreal venue hosts Canada’s first WSOP Super Circuit, with CA$10 million Main Event.
  • Playground’s online qualification through GGPoker Ontario reaches players across Ontario and Canada.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Employee Discounts
  • Training Programs
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Company Social Events
  • Paid Vacation
  • Gym Membership
  • Meal Benefits

Company News

PokerListings
Feb 12th, 2024
Live and Online Satellites to the Irish Poker Open

"We are thrilled to partner with Dusk Till Dawn and Playground, offering players diverse avenues to participate in the Irish Open.

pokerfuse
Aug 11th, 2021
GGPoker partners with Playground Casino

GGPoker is expanding its network further, announcing a partnership with the Playground Poker Club to host its online poker room.