Culinary Assistant: Training & Recipe Development

Bento Inc.; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bento Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, is seeking a Culinary Assistant to join our Training & Innovation Centre. You’ll support recipe testing, training prep, kitchen operations, and product development activities to help create exceptional guest experiences.

You’ll weigh, measure, and prepare ingredients, record results, assist with yield tracking, and help with plating and presentation for training materials and menu development projects. Strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with basic cooking techniques and knife skills.
• Understanding of food safety, kitchen operations, and culinary fundamentals.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurements and record-keeping.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Food Handler Certification will be an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in food styling, plating, or food photography.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recipe testing by weighing, measuring, and preparing ingredients.
• Record test results, including quantities, cooking times, temperatures, and observations.
• Support yield tracking and basic food cost calculations.
• Create and update standardized recipe documentation and specifications.
• Participate in product tastings and sensory evaluations.
• Assist with product and menu photography as needed.
• Prepare ingredients, equipment, and workstations for training sessions and culinary demonstrations.
• Support chefs during classes by preparing samples and assisting with demonstrations.
• Help with post-session cleanup, equipment organization, and ingredient storage.
• Assist with plating and food presentation for training materials and menu development projects.
• Receive and inspect deliveries for quality and accuracy.
• Support inventory management activities, including stock counts and FIFO labeling.
• Build shopping and replenishment lists and assist with purchasing tasks when required.
• Maintain sanitation records and support food safety compliance.
• Research ingredients, suppliers, and pricing to support product development initiatives.

Skills

Cooking basics

Food safety

Attention to detail

Organization

MS Office

Food handler cert asset

Verbal & written communication

Food styling interest

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Bento Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, is seeking a Culinary Assistant to join our Training & Innovation Centre. You’ll support recipe testing, training prep, kitchen operations, and product development activities to help create exceptional guest experiences.

You’ll weigh, measure, and prepare ingredients, record results, assist with yield tracking, and help with plating and presentation for training materials and menu development projects. Strong attention to detail is essential.