Prep Cook Full Time

Compass Group Canada; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Great Place to Work recognition

Learning and career opportunities

Mental health & wellness program

Diversity and inclusive culture

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a skilled Prep Cook to join our culinary team. The role focuses on fast‑paced breakfast prep, operating a Chef’s Table live cooking station, and delivering consistent food quality with excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate will work independently, handle high‑volume morning production, and maintain clean, organized work areas while following recipes and safety guidelines. Competitive compensation and benefits support are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous professional cooking or food preparation experience preferred.
• Ability to cook independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience preparing breakfast wraps, sandwiches, and made-to-order meals.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Confidence in operating a Chef’s Table or live cooking station.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong time management, multitasking, and organizational abilities.
• Must be available for shifts between 5:30 AM and 7:30 PM and confirm availability as required.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare, cook, assemble, and wrap breakfast wraps and sandwiches quickly and accurately.
• Cook and serve fresh meals at the Chef’s Table station while interacting professionally with customers.
• Perform daily food preparation, including chopping, portioning, cooking, and assembling ingredients.
• Maintain consistent food quality, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Manage multiple orders efficiently during busy breakfast and lunch service periods.
• Provide friendly, professional, and efficient customer service.
• Follow standardized recipes, food safety procedures, and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked workstation.
• Assist with kitchen setup, restocking, and cleaning.
• Support other kitchen stations and operational needs as required.

Skills

Cooking experience

Independent worker

Breakfast wraps

Fast-paced environment

Chef’s Table live station

Customer service

Time management

Availability 5:30–19:30

Tools

Chef’s Table live station

Job description

Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.

This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

Prep Cook

Schedule: Flexible shifts between 5:30 AM and 7:30 PM, depending on operational requirements.

Availability Requirement: Candidates must confirm and sign off on their availability to work shifts within the required operating hours.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled, reliable, and customer-focused Prep Cook to join our culinary team.

The ideal candidate must have strong hands‑on cooking skills, the ability to work independently, and excellent customer service abilities. This position requires someone who can prepare breakfast items quickly and efficiently, confidently operate a Chef’s Table cooking station, and maintain consistent food quality during busy service periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently prepare, cook, assemble, and wrap individual breakfast wraps and sandwiches quickly and accurately.


• Cook and serve fresh meals at the Chef’s Table station while interacting professionally with customers.


• Perform daily food preparation, including chopping, portioning, cooking, and assembling ingredients.


• Maintain consistent food quality, portion sizes, and presentation standards.


• Manage multiple orders efficiently during busy breakfast and lunch service periods.


• Provide friendly, professional, and efficient customer service.


• Follow standardized recipes, food safety procedures, and sanitation guidelines.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked workstation.


• Assist with kitchen setup, restocking, and cleaning.


• Support other kitchen stations and operational needs as required.

Qualifications

• Previous professional cooking or food preparation experience preferred.


• Strong ability to cook independently with minimal supervision.


• Experience preparing breakfast wraps, sandwiches, and made‑to‑order meals.


• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.


• Confidence in operating a Chef’s Table or live cooking station.


• Excellent customer service and communication skills.


• Strong time management, multitasking, and organizational abilities.


• Positive attitude, reliability, and strong teamwork skills.


• Must be available for shifts between 5:30 AM and 7:30 PM and confirm availability as required.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is fast, efficient, confident in their cooking abilities, and comfortable interacting directly with customers.

The successful candidate must be able to work independently, handle high-volume breakfast preparation, and consistently deliver quality food with excellent customer service.

What’s in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.


• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.


• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.


• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.


• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.


• We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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