Cook/Kitchen Helper

Job Summary

The Briars Resort & Spa is looking for a reliable and hardworking Cook / Kitchen Helper to join our kitchen team.

This is a hands-on position supporting daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, basic cooking, cleaning, and assisting the culinary team during regular service, events, and functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, including washing, cutting, portioning, and preparing ingredients
• Prepare and cook basic menu items as required
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff during meal service and events
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and food preparation area
• Wash dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment as needed
• Properly store food and supplies and follow food safety procedures
• Assist with receiving and organizing kitchen supplies
• Support the kitchen team wherever needed during busy periods
• Follow all health, safety, sanitation, and workplace procedures

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, restaurant, hotel, or food preparation experience is preferred
• Basic cooking skills are an asset
• Food Handler Certificate is an asset
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform regular physical duties, including lifting and carrying kitchen supplies
• Must be available for a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

We are looking for someone who is dependable, hardworking, flexible, and willing to help wherever needed in the kitchen.

Experience:
Kitchen / food preparation: 1 year preferred

Schedule may include:

• Day shifts
• Evening shifts
• Weekends
• Holidays
• Event and banquet shifts

Pay: $17.60-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person