Kitchen Helper

About ABURI Group

ABURI Group, founded by visionary leader Seigo Nakamura, is a pioneer in Canada’s culinary landscape. With acclaimed brands including Miku, Minami, ABURI TORA, and ABURI Market, the group is celebrated for its innovative fusion of traditional Aburi-style Japanese cuisine with contemporary French influences. Since opening Miku Vancouver in 2008, ABURI Group has expanded nationally, earning distinctions such as a MICHELIN Star and recognition on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list. More than building restaurants, ABURI is cultivating a cultural movement rooted in excellence, hospitality, and community.

Position Summary

Aburi Market Ambleside is seeking a dependable and energetic Kitchen Helper to join our back-of-house team. This role plays a key part in supporting smooth kitchen operations by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and readiness across all work areas. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment while contributing positively to team morale.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation tasks as directed by kitchen staff
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, storage areas, and equipment
• Support dishwashing operations, ensuring all kitchen tools, dishes, and utensils are properly cleaned and stored
• Help receive, unpack, and organize food deliveries and supplies
• Remove kitchen waste and recyclables and ensure proper disposal procedures are followed
• Restock kitchen supplies such as plates, containers, cutlery, and cleaning materials as needed
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times
• Support chefs and cooks with general tasks to ensure efficient service flow during peak periods

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of kitchen or food service experience required
• Butchery skills considered an asset
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
• Strong attention to cleanliness, detail, and organization
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 25–30 lbs
• Positive attitude with strong teamwork and communication skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Store discount
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person