Cook / Culinary Instructor Assistant
Lakehouse Kitchens Cooking School
Kelowna, BC
Full-Time or Part-Time
Come Cook, Teach & Inspire
Lakehouse Kitchens is more than a restaurant—it's one of Canada's most unique culinary experiences. We are a hands-on cooking school, demonstration kitchen, event venue, and culinary destination where guests don't just eat incredible food—they learn how to create it.
We're looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and passionate Cook to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who loves cooking, enjoys working with people, and wants to grow into teaching and leading cooking classes.
Every day is different. One day you may be preparing for an Italian pasta class, the next assisting with a seafood masterclass, a private corporate event, or a chef's tasting dinner.
What You'll Do
- Prepare ingredients and recipes for hands-on cooking classes and demonstrations
- Set up cooking stations and ensure classes are organized and ready to go
- Assist lead chefs during cooking classes and live demonstrations
- Prepare food for Chef's Theater events and private functions
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen
- Receive and organize deliveries
- Support menu development and recipe testing
- Help create an exceptional guest experience
- As your confidence grows, you'll have the opportunity to lead your own cooking classes and demonstrations
What We're Looking For
- Passion for food and hospitality
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable interacting with guests
- Team-oriented with excellent communication skills
- Professional kitchen experience preferred
- Culinary education or equivalent experience is an asset
- Food Safe certification is an asset
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Every day features a different cuisine, class, or event
- Learn from talented chefs and guest instructors
- Opportunities to teach and develop your own classes
- Creative, collaborative work environment
- Free or discounted cooking classes
- Staff discounts on retail and café items
- Flexible scheduling
- Growth opportunities as our business continues to expand
- Be part of one of the Okanagan's most exciting culinary destinations
Schedule
- Day, evening, and weekend availability required
- Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Compensation
Competitive hourly wage based on experience, plus opportunities for advancement as you take on additional responsibilities and instructional roles.
About Lakehouse Kitchens
Located in the heart of downtown Kelowna, Lakehouse Kitchens celebrates the chefs, producers, wineries, and ingredients that make the Okanagan one of Canada's premier culinary destinations. Through hands-on classes, chef demonstrations, private events, and community experiences, we inspire thousands of guests each year to cook with confidence and connect through food.
If you're passionate about cooking, enjoy sharing your knowledge, and want to be part of a team that's redefining culinary experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
