Breakfast Cook Kelowna Airport (Year Round)

SSP America; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Meal Plan

Free Employee Parking

Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vis

Job summary

SSP Canada is seeking a Line Cook to join our team at Kelowna International Airport. The role involves receiving food orders, preparing dishes, and ensuring kitchen readiness so every expert has the tools needed for their shift.

You will work in a fast-paced Back of House environment within a secure airport setting. We require at least 1 year of food service experience, a high school diploma (preferred), and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a food service environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Basic mathematical skills for handling orders and portions.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and portion controls; present dishes as ordered.
• Set up and maintain kitchen stations for each shift; manage orders and storage.
• Handle, rotate and store products safely and hygienically.
• Keep work area, equipment and storage tidy; observe hygiene standards.
• Take instructions from the manager and assist with stock checks at shift end.

Skills

Food service experience

Verbal and written communication

Basic math

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• $20.00 / Hour + Tip pool
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Meal Plan
• Free Employee Parking
• Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vision Plans for Full-Time Employees

Our restaurant portfolio in the Kelowna International Airport includes: White Spot, Okanagan Vintner's Exchange, Ellison Field, Subway, Tim Hortons, and retail stores.

This position is located in a secure airport environment and a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is required. All candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada and must be able to provide the necessary government‑issued documentation required for airport security clearance. Documentation will be reviewed during the onboarding process in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Further information can be found at: https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/non-funding-programs/transportation-security-clearance-program/apply-transportation-security-clearance

At SSP Canada, our Line Cooks have the important role of receiving food orders, preparing delicious dishes for our guests, properly setting up the kitchen so every Expert has the product and tools easily accessible during their shift. Our Line Cooks love working in the Back of House.

If you’re looking to start your culinary career, come check us out! We have a unique work environment that you’ll only experience at SSP America!

Here are a few things you can expect as a Line Cook at SSP Canada:

• Follows the recipes, checks the portion of the recipes, the garnishes and present the dishes ordered.
• Have the correct and adequate set up in the kitchen / work station at each shift. This includes making orders, storing, storing all fresh, dry, frozen goods; condiments and supplies.
• Handle, store and rotate the stored products properly.
• Put all the utensils used during the shift in its place, clean and tidy up its work place as well as the storage areas (includes refrigerators, freezers), empty, clean and store the bins.
• Practice general and specific cleanings using the appropriate products as indicated by the manager in order to meet hygiene standards.
• Take the instructions from the manager when taking office and take stock with the manager before leaving to make sure everything is in order.

Skills And Other Requirements

• One year minimum experience working in food service environment
• High school diploma, preferred
• Verbal and written communication is essential
• Basic mathematical skills
• Food handlers permit, as required by law
• Brand Certification, as required
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long period of time.

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation.