Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

Casual | Variable Days | 3:30–8:00 p.m.

About Ronald McDonald House Alberta

Ronald McDonald House® Alberta supports families who must travel for vital medical treatment for their seriously ill or injured child. Our compassionate Houses in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Medicine Hat provide private family suites, warm meals, community support, and a home-away-from-home during incredibly difficult times. Each year, thousands of families from nearly 300 communities across Alberta stay with us—saving millions of dollars in accommodation and meal costs and finding strength in being close to their child and each other.

Why Choose Ronald McDonald House Alberta?

"I love being a part of a global community while also leading locally to strengthen families and promote healing when children need healthcare."

~ Caitlin, employee since 2024

Explore more employee quotes on our Careers page.

Your Role

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the Executive Chef with the Home for Dinner meal program, help manage daily kitchen operations, guide and support kitchen volunteers, and maintain high standards of food preparation and presentation.

This is a casual position based at the Calgary Ronald McDonald House. Shifts are from 3:30–8:00 p.m. on variable days, based on operational needs.

Why This Role Matters

Your work helps families enjoy a warm meal and a welcoming place to gather while caring for their child. By preparing quality food and supporting volunteers, you help create daily moments of comfort, connection, and care.

Your Key Responsibilities

Support the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, inventory control, safety, sanitation, and volunteer management.

Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen personnel and volunteers to maintain high standards of food quality and safety.

Prepare and cook food according to recipes and menu specifications, monitoring quality, consistency, and presentation during preparation and service.

Maintain food safety and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen.

Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu items and seasonal offerings.

Address kitchen issues and concerns promptly and effectively.

Provide orientation, day-of assistance, and stewardship to local Home for Dinner groups in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Assist the Executive Chef with stocking the Grab & Go Fridge and Family Kitchen.

Complete daily kitchen closing duties, including washing dishes, cleaning and sanitizing sinks and counters, sweeping and mopping floors, and taking out garbage.

Complete required daily documentation and other tasks as required.

Required Qualifications

2+ years’ experience in a professional kitchen.

Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen equipment.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Passion for food and a commitment to quality.

Must provide a clear criminal record.

Nice to Haves

Advanced Food Safe Certification, HACCP, Standard First Aid CPR-C and AED certification.

Experience in a healthcare setting.

What we Offer

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

Competitive wage

Employee Assistance Program

Social events

Opportunity to participate in various committees

A culture built on our values

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Cultural Safety

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural safety are guiding principles at Ronald McDonald House Alberta. We recognize the ongoing need to ensure DEI is reflected in our day-to-day activities; to champion continuous learning for staff, volunteers and the board; to create policies and practices that support DEI; and to find ways to measure our progress and continually improve. If you require accommodation, please advise us during the recruitment process.

Note first review of applications will be on November 16, 2026, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Thank You

We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.