First seen by our source: 15 days ago
Line/Prep Cook – Smokehouse & Brewery
@ Jason Parkes Customs
Kelowna, British Columbia
Overview
Jason Parkes Customs, operating as The Hatching Post in West Kelowna, is hiring a full-time line and prep cook for its smokehouse and brewery kitchen. The work covers line service during lunch and dinner rushes, daily scratch prep, and food safety and sanitation duties. The posting states $18.00–$22.00 per hour, 30–40 hours per week, year-round employment, and a tip share.
Pay:
$18–$22 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate line stations during lunch and dinner service
- Assist with daily prep of meats, sides, sauces and garnishes
- Maintain food storage, FIFO rotation, temperature logs and cleanliness
- Work with line partners, dishwashers and front-of-house staff
- Complete opening and closing checklists and sanitize stations
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 1 year commercial kitchen experience
- Solid knife skills and grill, fryer and flat-top comfort
- Valid Food Safe Level 1 or willingness to obtain it
- Punctual, reliable transportation to West Kelowna
- Team-first attitude and openness to feedback
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Customer service |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Restaurant or kitchen |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | Food Safe Level 1 |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount, Free or discounted meals |
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Jason Parkes Customs
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 3 |
About Us
The Hatching Post is West Kelowna’s neighborhood smokehouse and craft brewery. We take pride in authentic wood-smoked barbecue, scratch cooking, and great craft beer, We run a collaborative, high-energy kitchen where people take pride in their craft and look out for each other.
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About the Role
We are looking for energetic, dependable Line Cooks / Prep Cooks to join our back-of-house crew. Whether you’re working the line during a busy rush or executing morning prep to keep our smokehouse running smoothly, you’ll be a vital part of delivering consistent, high-quality barbecue.
What You’ll Do
- Line Execution: Set up, stock, and operate line stations during lunch and dinner services to standard ticket times and recipe specs.
- Scratch Prep: Assist with daily prep routines, from meat and side preparation to homemade sauces and garnishes.
- Food Safety & Cleanliness: Maintain proper food storage, rotation (FIFO), temperature logs, and station cleanliness adhering to Food Safe guidelines.
- Team Communication: Work cohesively with line partners, dishwashers, and front-of-house staff to maintain smooth service flow.
- Opening / Closing Duties: Complete daily station checklists, breakdown, and thorough sanitization at the end of each shift.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of commercial kitchen experience (prep or line cook in a high-volume pub, smokehouse, or restaurant setting).
- Skills: Solid knife skills, comfort with grill/fryer/flat-top stations, and the ability to keep calm under peak service rushes.
- Certifications: Valid Food Safe Level 1 (or willingness to obtain prior to start).
- Reliability: Punctual, strong work ethic, and reliable transportation to our West Kelowna location.
- Attitude: A team-first mindset, open to feedback, and ready to learn.
What We Offer
- Year Round Employment
- Competitive Pay: $18.00–$22.00/hr starting base wage, aligned with your experience.
- Tip Share: Generous, equitable back-of-house gratuity payout on every paycheck.
- Consistent Hours: Steady 30–40 hours per week with predictable scheduling.
- Perks & Discounts: Shift meals, employee discounts across food and retail, and a supportive team environment.
- Growth: Opportunities to cross-train, expand culinary techniques, and advance within the company.
How to Apply
Drop by The Hatching Post in person between 11:00 AM and 2:00PM (Tuesday through Saturday) with your resume to speak with kitchen management, or apply directly with your resume and a quick note about your availability via this listing.
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