Hungry Thaiger

Calgary, AB

Pay: $17.00 per hour plus tip pool

Typical current total compensation: approximately $21–$23 per hour

Hungry Thaiger is looking for a dependable morning prep cook to join our small, owner-operated Thai restaurant.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organized, focused kitchen work and wants the chance to learn more responsibility over time. We are looking for a long-term team member who can be trained gradually in our recipes, prep systems, opening routines, and food-safety standards.

Our goal is for the right person to eventually become a trusted opening prep cook who can confidently begin the restaurant’s daily kitchen preparation and have the team set up for a successful service.

The Position

This position is scheduled for five morning shifts per week.

Your main responsibility will be completing the restaurant’s daily preparation accurately, efficiently, and on schedule before the service team arrives.

Responsibilities may include

- Washing, cutting, blanching, and portioning vegetables
- Preparing proteins, sauces, marinades, garnishes, and other ingredients
- Following written recipes, prep lists, and portion standards
- Labeling, dating, rotating, and properly storing food
- Checking prep levels and communicating shortages
- Receiving and putting away deliveries
- Maintaining a clean and organized prep area
- Completing opening cleaning and kitchen setup tasks
- Helping ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for service
- Gradually learning additional opening and inventory responsibilities

What We’re Looking For The right person will be:
- Extremely reliable and punctual
- Comfortable working independently once trained
- Organized and able to follow a detailed prep list
- Consistent with recipes, measurements, and portioning
- Efficient without sacrificing quality or cleanliness
- Honest, responsible,



and respectful of the restaurant
- Willing to ask questions and learn our systems properly
- Interested in becoming a trusted, long-term member of the team

Previous kitchen or food-preparation experience is an asset, but it is not required for the right person. We are willing to train someone who has a strong work ethic, good attention to detail, and a genuine interest in growing into the role.

Compensation

- $17.00 per hour guaranteed base wage
- Participation in our staff tip pool
- Tip income is currently averaging approximately $4–$6 per hour for staff, although tips fluctuate and are not guaranteed
- Current typical combined earnings are approximately $21–$23 per hour
- Opportunity to grow into a trusted opening or lead prep position

About Hungry Thaiger Hungry Thaiger is a small, independent Thai restaurant operated directly by its owners. We started as a takeout concept and have grown into our first dine-in location.

We are building a respectful kitchen where people are expected to work hard, communicate clearly, and care about doing things properly. In return, we want our employees to feel appreciated, supported, and secure as part of a long-term team.

This is not intended to be a temporary position. We are hoping to find someone who wants to learn the restaurant, earn trust, and grow with us.

Schedule

- Five morning shifts per week
- Consistent morning availability is required
- Exact start and finish times will be discussed during the interview
- Some weekend availability may be required depending on the final schedule

How to Apply Please apply through Indeed with your resume and include a brief note explaining why a consistent morning prep position interests you.

You may also send your resume to [email protected].

Work location: In person

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits

- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Morning Prep Cook - Five Mornings per Week (Calgary)
🏢 Hungry Thaiger
📍 Calgary