Job Overview We are seeking experienced, reliable, and motivated Prep Cooks to join our fast-paced catering team supporting commercial productions and live event productions. The ideal candidate has a minimum of three years of experience in high-volume kitchens and thrives in a team-oriented environment where quality, efficiency, and consistency are essential. This role requires someone who is organized, dependable, and passionate about preparing fresh, high-quality meals while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. Responsibilities
- Prepare ingredients and execute recipes according to company standards and production timelines.
- Assist with preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and specialty menu items for large production crews.
- Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, and portion control.
- Ensure all prep work is completed efficiently to support daily service.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling procedures at all times.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation throughout each shift.
- Assist with receiving, organizing, labeling, rotating, and storing inventory using FIFO practices.
- Work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen staff to meet tight production schedules.
- Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assist with loading, unloading, and organizing catering equipment and supplies as needed.
- Adapt quickly to changing menus, production schedules, and service demands.
- Support kitchen cleanup and end-of-day breakdown. Requirements
- Strong knife skills
- Ability to follow recipes and execute at a high level




- Work with a sense of urgency within a team of chefs
- Maintain a clean work station
- Highly organized and self motivated
- Desire to move up to the next level of junior sous chef Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen, catering operation, or similar environment.
- Strong knife skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques.
- Food Handler Certification (required or willingness to obtain).
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and long production days.
- Experience in film, television, event catering, or large-scale food production is considered an asset. What We're Looking For
- Positive attitude and robust work ethic.
- Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.
- Passion for producing high-quality food.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Team player with a willingness to assist wherever needed.
- Professional, organized, and committed to maintaining a clean and safe kitchen. Why Join Our Team? Join a growing catering company that provides exceptional food service to some of the television, film, commercial, and live event industry's leading productions. We value teamwork, professionalism, creativity, and individuals who take pride in delivering outstanding food and service every day. Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour

Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking Work

Location:
In person

📌 Catering Prep Cook (Markham)
🏢 Crafty Cuisines
📍 Markham