Entry-Level Kitchen Assistant – Choices Markets Commissary

Choices Market Ltd; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Choices Markets Commissary in Burnaby, BC is seeking an entry-level Kitchen Assistant to support our food production team. No previous experience required; training will be provided as you learn essential kitchen skills in a busy environment.

You will assist with basic prep, follow food safety procedures, label and store ingredients, and help with packaging. This full-time role offers competitive wages based on experience and benefits as part of our team.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Good attention to detail and a positive approach to teamwork.
• Ability to work in a busy food production environment.
• Able to stand for extended periods, bend, and safely move ingredients and supplies.
• FOODSAFE Level 1 is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation, including washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning ingredients.
• Weigh and measure ingredients according to recipes and production instructions.
• Support the kitchen team with assembling, packaging, and labelling products.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and allergen control procedures.
• Label, date, and store ingredients correctly, following First In, First Out (FIFO) practices.
• Wash utensils, trays, and kitchen equipment.
• Keep workstations and storage areas clean and organized.
• Assist with moving ingredients and supplies to designated areas.
• Follow daily production priorities and report any product or equipment concerns to the supervisor.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

Entry-Level Kitchen Assistant – Choices Markets Commissary
Location: Burnaby, BC
Position: Full-time

Choices Markets Commissary is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to support our food production team. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone interested in learning and growing in a commercial kitchen. No previous experience is required; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation, including washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning ingredients.
• Weigh and measure ingredients according to recipes and production instructions.
• Support the kitchen team with assembling, packaging, and labelling products.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and allergen control procedures.
• Label, date, and store ingredients correctly, following First In, First Out (FIFO) practices.
• Wash utensils, trays, and kitchen equipment.
• Keep workstations and storage areas clean and organized.
• Assist with moving ingredients and supplies to designated areas.
• Follow daily production priorities and report any product or equipment concerns to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Good attention to detail and a positive approach to teamwork.
• Ability to work in a busy food production environment.
• Able to stand for extended periods, bend, and safely move ingredients and supplies.
• FOODSAFE Level 1 is an asset.

Schedule: To be confirmed; early morning and weekend availability may be required.
Compensation & Benefits: We offer competitive wages based on experience and market rates, along with an employee benefits package.