Lead Deli Cook
The Butcher Block – Courtenay, BC
Day shifts only. No late nights. Competitive wages.
The Butcher Block is looking for an experienced Lead Deli Cook to join our team.
We're a locally owned butcher shop known for quality products, exceptional customer service, and a wide selection of house-made meals, deli items, sausages, and smoked products. We're looking for someone who takes pride in producing consistently excellent food and maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
This is a key position for an experienced cook who is comfortable working independently, managing daily production, and maintaining the high standards our customers expect.
Responsibilities
- Prepare our lineup of house-made meals, soups, salads, deli products, and other prepared foods
- Follow recipes while ensuring consistent quality and presentation
- Manage daily production to keep displays and inventory well stocked
- Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen
- Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and minimize waste
- Work closely with our butcher and retail teams to ensure products are available when needed
Requirements
- Previous commercial cooking experience is mandatory
- Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
What We Offer
- Day shifts only – no late nights
- Competitive wages based on experience
- Staff discount
- Benefits
- Stable, year-round employment
- Opportunities to grow within the company
- A supportive team environment
We work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where quality, customer service, and a positive attitude matter. If you enjoy staying busy, working with great people, and taking pride in producing excellent food, you'll fit right in.
If you're an experienced cook looking for a better work-life balance while continuing to do quality work, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply through Indeed or drop off your resume in person at The Butcher Block.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Store discount
- Vision care
Experience:
- Kitchen: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
