Lead Deli Cook

The Butcher Block – Courtenay, BC

Day shifts only. No late nights. Competitive wages.

The Butcher Block is looking for an experienced Lead Deli Cook to join our team.

We're a locally owned butcher shop known for quality products, exceptional customer service, and a wide selection of house-made meals, deli items, sausages, and smoked products. We're looking for someone who takes pride in producing consistently excellent food and maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.

This is a key position for an experienced cook who is comfortable working independently, managing daily production, and maintaining the high standards our customers expect.

Responsibilities

- Prepare our lineup of house-made meals, soups, salads, deli products, and other prepared foods
- Follow recipes while ensuring consistent quality and presentation
- Manage daily production to keep displays and inventory well stocked
- Maintain a clean, organized, and food-protected kitchen
- Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and minimize waste
- Work closely with our butcher and retail teams to ensure products are available when needed

Requirements

- Previous commercial cooking experience is mandatory
- Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices




- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Reliable, punctual, and professional

What We Offer

- Day shifts only – no late nights
- Competitive wages based on experience
- Staff discount
- Benefits
- Stable, year-round employment
- Opportunities to grow within the company
- A supportive team environment

We work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where quality, customer service, and a positive attitude matter. If you enjoy staying busy, working with great people, and taking pride in producing excellent food, you'll fit right in.

If you're an experienced cook looking for a better work-life balance while continuing to do quality work, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply through Indeed or drop off your resume in person at The Butcher Block.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Store discount
- Vision care

Experience:

- Kitchen: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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