Kitchen staff
Join the Kitchen team at La Forêt, where precision, speed, and collaboration come together to deliver quality dishes from breakfast to dinner. Our team handles every part of the process—from prep to cooking, plating, and dishwashing—to ensure a smooth operation and exceptional guest experience.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare menu items, mixes, and batters (such as soups, waffles, sauces) according to La Forêt’s recipes, quality standards, and production guidelines.
Complete daily prep work, including ingredient measurement, station setup, and packaging for distribution to other locations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace following food safety and hygiene standards.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently as required for each station.
Manage ingredients and production items by properly storing, labeling, and minimizing waste.
Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service flow during peak hours.
Perform dishwashing duties by ensuring all dishes, cups, kitchenware, and tools are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and restocked promptly.
Communicate proactively with receiving teams to coordinate production and delivery schedules.
Follow all operational standards and contribute to maintaining a safe, efficient, and positive kitchen environment.
Qualifications(nice-to-have)
Previous experience in a commercial kitchen (line cook, prep cook, dishwasher or equivalent).
Ability to communicate effectively during daily operations.
Knowledge of food safety practices (FoodSafe Level 1 is an asset).
Experience working with kitchen production equipment such as mixers, fryers, or knives.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong teamwork mindset and willingness to learn kitchen systems and standards.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Working Conditions
Positions are available for part-time or full-time employment.
This role is based on a morning shift schedule, depending on operational needs.
Candidates must be available to work on weekends and public holidays as part of the regular schedule.
Flexibility with hours and willingness to support peak periods is preferred.
Benefits and Perks
Staff discount on in-store purchases.
Health Benefits: Medical and dental coverage for full-time employees after 6 months of consecutive employment.
Training & Development: Comprehensive onboarding training for new staff, skill-building opportunities, and leadership training opportunities for growth into Lead or Supervisor roles.
Growth Opportunities: Opportunities to advance into roles such as Shift Lead or Supervisor.
Leave & Vacation: Vacation and leave entitlements provided in accordance with BC employment standards.
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