Kitchen Assistant

Canco Petroleum • Kelowna, BC

21d • CA$18 - CA$22 • Onsite

About The Position

Canco is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Kitchen Assistant to assist with daily food preparation and kitchen operations at our production facility. This role plays a key part in ensuring high-quality products are prepared efficiently and meet food safety standards. This position is ideal for early risers, with shifts starting at approximately 5:00 AM and ending between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM, five days per week.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working early morning shifts
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform light-to-moderate lifting

Nice To Haves

• Previous kitchen or food preparation experience is an asset
• Food Safe Certification (or willingness to obtain) is preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to established recipes and production schedules
• Assist with portioning, labeling, and packaging products for store distribution
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards in compliance with provincial regulations and company policies
• Support timely production to meet daily order requirements
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and notify supervisors of shortages
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries properly (FIFO practices)
• Operate basic kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Participate in daily cleaning tasks, including dishwashing and sanitization
• Work collaboratively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth operations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Supervisor or Manager

Benefits

• Consistent part-time schedule (5 days per week, early mornings)
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to grow within a fast-growing Canadian company
• Hands-on training and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed