first cook

Secret Garden Korean Buffet; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Burnaby is looking for a First Cook to manage kitchen operations and prepare a variety of dishes. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in food preparation and be able to supervise a team. This full-time position offers $28.00 to $36.60 hourly based on experience, with a start date in November 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Determine the size of food portions and costs.
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain inventory.

Skills

Client focus

Organized

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

First cook — Burnaby, BC

Job details

Employer: Secret Garden Korean Buffet

Work setting: Restaurant

On site: Yes

Responsibilities

• Determine the size of food portions and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Manage kitchen operations

Qualifications

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• Languages: English

Work location

• Location: Burnaby, BC V3J 1M2
• Salary: $28.00 to $36.60 hourly
• Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift
• Start date: 2025-11-01
• Vacancies: 1

Additional information

• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• Personal suitability: Client focus; Organized; Team player

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

• Support for mature workers: Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination

Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities, and promoting inclusion. If you self-identify as a member of any employment group, you are encouraged to indicate it in your application.

Who can apply for this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Advertised until

2025-10-11

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