We’re all about the craft.
Convair Café is situated in one of the working hangars of KF Aerospace. We offer a unique aircraft inspired dine-in experience serving high quality food and drinks to our onsite employees as well as external customers.
KF Aerospace – Kelowna Now’s Business of the Year 2023 - is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful Okanagan Valley, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing.
JOB OVERVIEW
We’re hiring a Prep Cook to join our small but tight knit team. We are looking for someone with previous experience working in a kitchen, who wants to further develop their cooking skills. As the successful candidate, you will be trained to run the daily breakfast and lunch service with assistance from our team. This role is hands-on, task-driven, and important to our daily flow.
JOB DUTIES
- Lead daily prep for lunch service and grab-and-go items
- Track low stock and ensure it is prepped ahead of need
- Cooking breakfast along side prep duties from 7:30-11:00
- Assisting with lunch service from 11:00-2:00
- Monitor low stock or out-of-stock items for ordering
- Help receive and put away inventory efficiently
- Maintain clear communication with the manager on BOH needs
- Keep the prep area clean, organized, and moving fast
- Support newer team members or junior staff with guidance and example
REQUIREMENTS
- Strong prep/kitchen experience required (Strong knife skills)
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Able to take initiative, make decisions, and spot what needs doing
- Strong attention to detail
- Confident leading and supporting others in the back-of-house
- Food Safe Level 1 preferred (or willing to obtain)
- Must be reliable, fast-moving, and able to handle high volume
- Available for some Saturdays during summer season (May to August)
- A positive attitude and willingness to assist with front of house duties as required.
HOURS OF WORK
Convair Café is open Monday to Friday Shifts for this role are 6.00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday to Friday.
WHAT YOU'LL GET
- A consistent schedule of daytime shifts Monday-Friday Opportunity to grow within a supportive team
- Opportunity to increase your leadership skills
- A high-energy environment with clear expectations and shared goals
- No night shift, Sundays or Statutory Holidays
BENEFITS
- A complimentary staff meal & specialty drink per shift
- Free Parking
- No work on STAT holidays
- Comprehensive health benefits for long-term employees (eligible after 6 months)
- Personal time off
HOW TO APPLY