Position title: Kitchen Helper Department: Food & Beverage

Reports to: Chef de Cuisine

Supervises: None

Employee status: Seasonal, hourly until December 31, 2026

Shift Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hours per week: Varies based on business needsCompensation: $18.73 per hour This position is included under the MoveUP 378 Bargaining Unit. This position is in-person.

Position Purpose The Kitchen

Helper supports our Food and Beverage operation in the Commissary Kitchen. They are primarily responsible for preparing ingredients, and upholding the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.

The Kitchen

Helper takes direction from the Chef de Cuisine and prepares ingredients and other dishes. This position consistently maintains a “team-centered” atmosphere through embracing the mission statement and values of the AMS. This is an entry level position for someone who wants to get their foot in the door for the culinary world. Training will be considered for the right applicant who possesses natural talent, motivation, personality, work ethic and passion.

Duties and Responsibilities Report to the supervisor on duty to receive work orders for the day

Direct to other kitchen helpers in the completion of orders and review completed work

Prepare ingredients to meet function specifications

Demonstrate a good understanding of shelf life by checking fridges, labels, dates and rotating product

Receive product and supplies in relation to store needs and stores them in appropriate areas





Help maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen by sweeping and mopping floors and removing trash

Wash dishes, glassware and other kitchen equipment

Work closely and cooperatively with the entire food and drink team

Protect store inventory by providing excellent customer service, adhering to loss prevention procedures, and by sharing any suspected policy violations with store management

Promote special services such as recycling programs

Works with the AMS mission statement and values to operate a successful department

Other duties as required Qualifications and Experience Previous experience working in a professional food preparation/assembly environment is an asset (e.g. Sandwich shop, deli counter, rapid food, concession stand, quick service restaurant)

Previous cooking skills or experience is an asset

Basic level of knife skills is required

Previous experience with food preparation or assembly is an asset

Ability to develop positive working relationships within a team by helping out as needed or requested

Ability to work in a high volume busy kitchen is required

Ability to adapt to changing customer or service volume levels with a sense of urgency

Ability to be cross-trained in all parts of food cleaning and preparation

Flexibility for schedule based needs (evenings, weekends and holidays)

Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job

Ability to stand for 100% of shift

Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team is a requirement TO APPLY Please submit a resume.

Application deadline: 11:59pm October 1, 2026.

📌 Kitchen Helper - Commissary Kitchen (Vancouver)
🏢 UBC AMS
📍 Vancouver