Kitchen Assistant

Part-Time Kitchen Assistant | Early Morning Shift (5:00 AM Start) | Training Provided Who We Are: At Canco, we’re Canadian born and raised. We are an independent chain of gas stations launched in 2016. A bold alternative to big-box retailers, Canco was built on a vision to become a leading gas retailer brand. Proudly local, we put people first and operate with honesty, integrity, and excellence. The Role: 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. Daily Duties and 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 What You Bring: * Previous kitchen or food preparation experience is an asset (not required) * 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 * Food Safe Certification (or willingness to obtain) is preferred What We Offer: * 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

Assist with daily food preparation, portioning, and packaging according to recipes and production schedules. Maintain kitchen cleanliness and adhere to food safety and hygiene standards.

Reliable early riser comfortable with 5:00 AM shifts and light-to-moderate lifting. Previous kitchen experience and Food Safe Certification are preferred but not required.

• Supportive team environment • Opportunity to grow within a fast-growing Canadian company • Hands-on training and development

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food Preparation
• Food Safety
• Sanitation
• Inventory Monitoring
• FIFO Practices
• Kitchen Equipment Operation
• Detail Oriented
• Time Management
• Collaboration
• Packaging
• Cleaning and Sanitation Protocols
• Cleanliness
• Training And Development
• Packaging And Labeling
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Operations
• Recipes
• Sanitization
• Honesty

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Retail
• Manufacturing
• Kitchen Assistant
• Kitchen Staff
• Kitchen Helpers
• Food Preparation Workers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

30 hours per week