About the Position

Frontier Restaurant is seeking a dependable and hardworking Kitchen Helper to support the kitchen team with food preparation, cleaning, restocking, and daily kitchen operations. The Kitchen Helper will assist cooks and prep staff, maintain clean workstations, organize ingredients and supplies, and help ensure the kitchen operates efficiently while following food safety and sanitation standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist cooks and prep staff with daily food preparation tasks.
- Wash, peel, chop, slice, and portion vegetables and other ingredients.
- Prepare basic ingredients, sauces, garnishes, and food components as directed.
- Retrieve ingredients and supplies from refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas.
- Keep kitchen workstations clean, organized, and properly stocked.
- Assist with receiving, checking, and storing food deliveries.
- Label, date, and rotate ingredients using FIFO procedures.
- Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cutting boards, and kitchen equipment as required.
- Clean counters, floors, sinks, storage areas, and other kitchen surfaces.
- Remove garbage and recycling according to restaurant procedures.
- Restock ingredients, containers, utensils, and cleaning supplies.
- Assist cooks during busy service periods to maintain smooth workflow.
- Follow recipes, preparation instructions, and portion-control guidelines.
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures at all times.
- Help minimize food waste through proper handling and storage.




- Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties.
- Report equipment problems, supply shortages, or food-quality concerns to the supervisor.

Qualifications

- Previous kitchen, restaurant, or food-service experience is an asset.
- Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen safety.
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
- Strong attention to cleanliness and organization.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Good physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to safely handle kitchen tools and equipment.
- Reliable, punctual, hardworking, and willing to learn.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Adaptable availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Compensation & Benefits

- Competitive wages based on experience.
- Employee meal or food discounts where applicable.
- On-the-job training and kitchen development opportunities.
- Flexible scheduling based on restaurant operations.
- Opportunities to learn food preparation and cooking skills.
- Supportive and team-oriented kitchen environment.
- Opportunities for advancement within restaurant operations.

Pay: $18.00-$27.00 per hour Expected hours: 37.0 per week

Benefits

- Commuter benefits
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Housing allowance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site childcare
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

📌 Kitchen Helper (Deer Lake)
🏢 FRONTIER RESTAURANT
📍 Deer Lake