Nanaimo, Bc Kitchen prep Jobs – 31 Openings This Week

Prep Cook
Lakeside Gardens —Nanaimo, BC
- $26.12 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- English
- Kitchen experience
10d
Prep Cook(s)
Vancouver Island University —Nanaimo, BC
- $26.63 an hour
- Temporary
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Restaurant experience
Meat Department Manager
Buy-Low Foods —Gabriola, BC
- From $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Sales
- Customer service
- Merchandising
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Lead Cook
Vancouver Island University —Nanaimo, BC
- $30.19 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Outlook
- Cooking
- Supervising experience
3d
Sous Chef
Blowers & Grafton —Nanaimo, BC
- $40,000–$60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Restaurant management
- Supervising experience
- Dental care
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5d
Sous Chef (Remote Lodge - year around)
Bell2 Lodge / Last Frontier Heliskiing —British Columbia
- From $270 a day
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Cooking
- First Aid Certification
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
Carlos O'Bryan's Neighborhood Pub —Nanaimo, BC
- $19–$22 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- English
- Flexible schedule
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Baker
Butter & Co. Bakery Ltd. —Nanaimo, BC
- $20–$22 an hour
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Bakery
- Store discount
- Paid time off
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14d
Kitchen Cook / Prep Cook / Line Cook / Kitchen Helper
ENS ISLAND DINING LTD. —Nanaimo, BC
- $19–$20 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Bar
- Customer service
- Flexible schedule
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Prep/Line Cook
Butter & Co. Bakery Ltd. —Nanaimo, BC
- $19–$21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Restaurant experience
- Communication skills
- Store discount
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10d
Cook(s)
Vancouver Island University —Nanaimo, BC
- $27.78 an hour
- Temporary
- Communication skills
- Kitchen experience
- Time management
Kitchen Prep
Haru BBQ Korean Restaurant —Nanaimo, BC
- Temporary
- Kitchen experience
Quick apply
8d
Dishwasher
Black Rabbit Kitchen —Nanaimo, BC
- $18.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Cleaning
- Restaurant experience
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3d
Prep Cook
Dinghy Dock Pub —Nanaimo, BC
- $18.25–$21.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Food service
- In-person
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2d
Server/Bartender
Carbone Pizzeria —Nanaimo, BC
- $17.85–$20.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Customer service
- Restaurant experience
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Line Cook/Prep Cook
The Pantry Restaurant —Nanaimo, BC
- $18.25–$20.00 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Food service
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
Quick apply
6d
Line Cook/Prep Cook
THE PIPERS RESTAURANT —Nanaimo, BC
- $19.00–$23.01 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- English
- Food service
- Flexible schedule
Quick apply
10d
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Wheatsheaf Pub —Nanaimo, BC
- $18.25–$20.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Food service
- Flexible schedule
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6d
Prep Cook
White Spot —Nanaimo, BC
- $18.25–$20.00 an hour
- Organizational skills
- Flexible schedule
5d
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
KAME PREMIUM JAPANESE RESTAURANT —Nanaimo, BC
- $17.85–$19.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Food service
- Organizational skills
- In-person
Quick apply

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Prep Cook

Lakeside Gardens -
Nanaimo, BC

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Job details

Part-time
$26.12 an hour
10 days ago

Qualifications

WHMIS Certification
FoodSafe
Cooking
English
Workplace hazardous materials information systems
Kitchen experience

Full job description

The Prep Cook is responsible for the preparation, storage, and service of menu items to the required standard and the general direction of all dietary staff. Responsibilities also include ordering supplies, quality control, and other duties related to the ongoing operation of the department.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cooks, reconstitutes and portions regular and therapeutic food items accurately according to menu plans and standardized recipes.
Plans and prepares food for special functions.
Ensures food items are prepared and served according to schedule.
To ensure established standards of quality and quantity are being maintained, tests for palatability and temperature and adjusts accordingly.
Estimates food requirements according to nutritional and therapeutic diet needs; orders and receives supplies as required.
Reports inventory shortages to the Food Services Manager.
Responsible for inventory control and ensures that food and supplies are rotated to minimize spoilage and waste.
Ensures dietary and cooking equipment and supplies are used and stored in a safe and efficient manner. Reports unsafe or faulty equipment to the designated supervisor.
Ensures dietary and cooking equipment and designated work areas are kept clean and tidy.
Maintains a current knowledge of and complies with all department policies and procedures.
Maintains the confidentiality of information relating to residents, families, colleagues, and the operation of the residence and organization.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

SCHEDULE:

Days: Friday-Sunday

Shifts: 9:30am-5:30pm

Expected Start Date: August 14, 2026

WAGE:

$ 26.12/hour

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be skilled at problem-solving, including being able to identify issues and resolve them in a timely manner.
Must possess strong interpersonal skills.
Must be able to prioritize and plan work activities to use time efficiently.
Must be organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality.
Must be dependable, able to follow instructions, respond to management direction, and must be able to provide performance through management feedback.
Must have the ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with applicants, clients, and staff.

EDUCATION/TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from a recognized 12-month programing in cooking.
1+ years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
WHMIS Certificate.
Food Safe Level 1.
1 year experience working in an equivalent role in a kitchen.
Previous experience working with seniors is considered an asset.

PERSONAL:

Must be able to speak English fluently and communicate effectively both verbally and in the composition of written materials.
Must pass a Criminal Record Check

Join the Lakeside Gardens Team!

Join the team at Lakeside Gardens in Nanaimo, proudly owned and operated by VRS Communities. Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven workplace where your contributions directly enhance the lives of seniors. Our community offers all-inclusive services, 24/7 care, and a vibrant social environment—making it a rewarding place to work and grow.

About VRS Communities

At VRS Communities, we believe in making the impossible possible. Since 1972, we’ve been committed to raising the standard of care and living for persons with disabilities — and more recently, for Seniors. As a non-profit with a business-minded approach, we reinvest in our communities, not shareholders.

With over 11 newly expanded independent and assisted living communities and more multi-generational developments underway, we’re proud to offer meaningful work environments where your efforts directly improve lives. If you’re passionate about inclusive care, community connection, and continuous improvement, we’d love to welcome you to the VRS team.

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