Company Overview

Nature’s Emporium is a specialty grocery and wellness retailer dedicated to helping our customers Eat Well, Live Better. We offer a thoughtfully curated assortment of natural, organic, and wellness focused products, supported by knowledgeable teams and a strong commitment to quality, integrity, and community.

As a proudly Canadian company, we’re dedicated to creating a better future, one meal, one conversation, and one healthy choice at a time.

Join us in shaping a nation that puts wellness first.

About the Role

Nature's Emporium is looking for a Kitchen Associate to join our Prepared Foods team at our South Core location. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, takes pride in food quality and presentation, and is comfortable preparing a variety of fresh, made-to-order foods.

The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation, including pizza making, and be willing to support different areas of our kitchen as needed. We're looking for someone who is reliable, organized, and committed to providing our customers with fresh, high-quality food and excellent service.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, cook, and serve a variety of fresh and prepared foods in accordance with company recipes and quality standards.
- Prepare pizzas, including dough handling, ingredient preparation, assembly, baking, and presentation.
- Assist with daily food preparation, cooking, packaging, and replenishment of prepared food offerings.
- Maintain consistent food quality, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Ensure food preparation areas, equipment, and workstations are clean, organized, and properly maintained.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling procedures.
- Monitor product freshness, rotation,



and inventory levels to minimize waste.
- Provide friendly and efficient customer service, including assisting with made-to-order food requests.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen team members to support daily operations and ensure effective service.
- Assist with other kitchen duties and food preparation tasks as required.

Qualifications & Experience

- Previous experience working in a commercial kitchen, restaurant, pizzeria, or prepared foods environment.
- Experience preparing and cooking pizza is strongly preferred, including familiarity with dough preparation, pizza ovens, and cooking techniques.
- Knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety practices.
- Food Handler Certification is an asset.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- A positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to support the team wherever needed.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical requirements of a kitchen environment.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Nature’s Emporium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Life insurance
- Store discount
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Kitchen Associate (Toronto)
🏢 Nature's Emporium
📍 Toronto