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Experienced Prep Cook - LOCAL Public Eatery, Kamloops

@ LOCAL Public Eatery

Kamloops, British Columbia

$18.25–$22/hr
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Overview

LOCAL Public Eatery is hiring a Prep Cook in Kamloops to prepare ingredients for its menu dishes and keep portions and product quality to spec. The role is in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen with day-time availability preferred and flexible scheduling; the posted wage is $18.25 to $22 per hour plus estimated tips.

Pay:

$18.25–$22 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare all ingredients needed for menu dishes
  • Follow specs and guidelines for product quality and portions
  • Support team to keep the kitchen running smoothly

Requirements summary:

  • Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen preferred, none required
  • Ability to connect with and work well with others
  • Passion for cooking and menu innovation
  • Continuous interest in growth and learning
  • Day-time availability preferred

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-08-02
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-15

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentFood & beverage
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingRestaurant or kitchen
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer none
Perks mentionedFlexible hours, Employee discount, Free or discounted meals

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LOCAL Public Eatery

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The fun you want. The flexibility you need. The growth you deserve.

Full company description

LOCAL Public Eatery is more than just a place to work — it’s a community. A crew of awesome people who bond over shared values, bring their real selves to work, and push each other to be their best. Our vibe? Fast-paced, people-focused, and results-driven. We play to win — and we have a blast doing it. Whether you’re behind the bar, on the floor, in the kitchen, or leading the charge, we show up with friendliness, have fun, and take pride in everything we do. We believe growth doesn’t happen by accident. That’s why we’re all about real-time feedback, mentorship, and giving our people the tools to keep learning and levelling up. Here, leadership isn’t about a title — it’s about being curious, coachable, and committed to fueling your growth. At LPE, everyone has a seat at the table. Your ideas matter. Your goals matter. And your future? Yeah, we’re invested in that too. Proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work® for nearly two decades, LOCAL Public Eatery is where passion meets possibility — and where you can fuel your growth, every step of the way. LOCAL Public Eatery is an equal employment opportunity employer. As a part of the JOEY Restaurant Group, LOCAL Public Eatery is a growing dynamic brand currently operating 19 locations throughout North America. Inspired by culinary artists and bringing a unique offering of pub food with an enticing twist. We invest our heart and soul to reinvent our drinks to provide an unforeseen experience. Our brand has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® in Canada for seventeen consecutive years (2010-2026)! LOCAL Public Eatery is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

LinkedIn followers
21,663
People associated on LinkedIn
601
Reported office locations
  • 1177 W Hastings St, 2400, Vancouver, British Columbia V6E2k3, CA
Other recorded names
  • LOCAL Public Eatery
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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LOCAL Public Eatery is more than just a place to work — it’s a community. A crew of awesome people who bond over shared values, bring their real selves to work, and push each other to be their best. Our vibe? Fast-paced, people-focused, and results-driven. We play to win — and we have a blast doing it. Whether you’re behind the bar, on the floor, in the kitchen, or leading the charge, we show up with friendliness…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitality
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, British Columbia
Organization typeSelf-Owned
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Job description

The fun you want. The flexibility you need. The growth you deserve.

At LOCAL Public Eatery, we are all about creating unexpectedly memorable experiences for our teams and guests. We play to win, have fun, and never take ourselves too seriously. Through flexible schedules, we have the freedom to work and live our lives with passion; No adventure is too big, or too small! Our exterior tells a story, a unique path we have taken. Underneath, the drive, and passion to become experts in our craft, always learning and developing our skills, gaining a level of expertise that no one can match.

As a Prep Cook at LOCAL Public Eatery, prepare all ingredients needed to create the unexpected and awe-inspiring dishes on display. Impact the overall execution by following specs and guidelines to make sure product quality and portions are hit. Support your team and help create a fun workplace where guests are left to wonder how you do it.

The Details

  • Experience in a fast-paced and high-volume kitchen (No experience, no problem! We still want to meet you!)
  • The ability to connect with others; you know that teamwork means success
  • A passion for cooking, you enjoy the innovation of our menus
  • You continuously seek opportunities to grow and learn
  • Day-time availability preferred.

Wage Range

$18.25 - $22 / hour

The above total compensation range is based on an annual salary plus total estimated tips.

This is you

  • Agility - You respond quickly to your changing environment.
  • Curiosity - You question the way things are done with a drive to make them better.
  • Humility - You are ok with not always having the answer. You are fearless and put your teams needs first.
  • Integrity - You're honest, real and consistent. You believe in yourself and take pride in who you are and what you say.
  • Sense of fun - You like to have fun and enjoy what you do, you always show kindness and care.
  • Resiliency - In the face of challenges, you don't give up. You are resilient and only get stronger from the ups and downs.

The Perks

  • Competitive base compensation opportunity
  • Flexible scheduling and competitive income opportunities.
  • Fast-paced, high-energy environment, we play to win.
  • We’re here to have a good time and don’t take ourselves too seriously.
  • Be a part of a community of awesome people.
  • Have a seat at the table and the opportunity to contribute to a growing brand.
  • Community partner perks and discounts; we are part of the neighbourhood after all.
  • Development that is always on tap means you’ll learn something new everyday
  • Get paid to refer your friends, great people know great people
  • Always innovating. Our menu is ever evolving by the season.
  • Gotta eat. Enjoy our food at a discounted rate.

LOCAL Public Eatery is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We thank all candidates for their time and interest in working at LOCAL Public Eatery, however, only candidates under consideration for opportunities with LOCAL Public Eatery will be contacted to participate further in this process.

LOCAL Public Eatery provides reasonable accommodations upon request to those applicants and employees who need them.

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