Kitchen Helper - Commissary Kitchen

Position title: Kitchen Helper
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports to: Chef de Cuisine
Supervises: None
Employee status: Seasonal, hourly until December 31, 2026
Shift Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hours per week: Varies based on business needsCompensation: $18.73 per hour

This position is included under the MoveUP 378 Bargaining Unit. This position is in-person.

Position Purpose

The Kitchen Helper supports our Food and Beverage operation in the Commissary Kitchen. They are primarily responsible for preparing ingredients, and upholding the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen. The Kitchen Helper takes direction from the Chef de Cuisine and prepares ingredients and other dishes. This position consistently maintains a “team-centered” atmosphere through embracing the mission statement and values of the AMS. This is an entry level position for someone who wants to get their foot in the door for the culinary world. Training will be considered for the right applicant who possesses natural talent, motivation, personality, work ethic and passion.

Duties and Responsibilities


Report to the supervisor on duty to receive work orders for the day
Direct to other kitchen helpers in the completion of orders and review completed work
Prepare ingredients to meet function specifications
Demonstrate a good understanding of shelf life by checking fridges, labels, dates and rotating product
Receive product and supplies in relation to store needs and stores them in appropriate areas
Help maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen by sweeping and mopping floors and removing trash
Wash dishes, glassware and other kitchen equipment
Work closely and cooperatively with the entire food and drink team
Protect store inventory by providing excellent customer service, adhering to loss prevention procedures, and by sharing any suspected policy violations with store management
Promote special services such as recycling programs
Works with the AMS mission statement and values to operate a successful department
Other duties as required


Qualifications and Experience


Previous experience working in a professional food preparation/assembly environment is an asset (e.g. Sandwich shop, deli counter, fast food, concession stand, quick service restaurant)
Previous cooking skills or experience is an asset
Basic level of knife skills is required
Previous experience with food preparation or assembly is an asset
Ability to develop positive working relationships within a team by helping out as needed or requested
Ability to work in a high volume busy kitchen is required
Ability to adapt to changing customer or service volume levels with a sense of urgency
Ability to be cross-trained in all parts of food cleaning and preparation
Flexibility for schedule based needs (evenings, weekends and holidays)
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job
Ability to stand for 100% of shift
Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team is a requirement


TO APPLY

Please submit a resume.

Application deadline: 11:59pm October 1, 2026.