Job Title: Prep Cook (Earls Kitchen + Bar)
Job Overview
Join the Prep Team at Earls—the backbone of our kitchen operations—where you'll ensure the Line Team has everything they need to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes. This role is pivotal in delivering exceptional guest experiences and staying true to “The Earls Way.” Applicants should be eager to learn, passionate about food, and committed to maintaining hospitality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Prep & Ingredient Handling: Prepare ingredients (chopping, slicing, dicing, marinating, batching sauces, proteins, etc.) from scratch each day to support smooth kitchen service.
Quality & Consistency: Execute prep work with precision—portion-controlled, recipe-faithful, and guest-ready.
Station Cleanliness: Maintain a spotless, organized, and sanitary prep station in line with food safety standards.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with Line Cooks, Sous Chiefs, and other kitchen team members to coordinate prep priorities and support during rushes.
Learning & Development: Engage in one-on-one culinary training, mentorship programs, and potential paths toward leadership or Chef certification.
Requirements
Experience: Kitchen or prep experience is an asset—but not mandatory. We’re committed to teaching you everything you need to succeed.
Certifications: FoodSafe or Food Handler certification is a plus.
Skills & Traits:
Strong attention to detail and urgency in fast-paced environments
Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities
Reliable, organized, and able to maintain consistency under pressure
Availability: Full-time commitment, typically shifting early (e.g., 6:30 AM–2:30 PM), and flexibility as needed.
Compensation & Benefits
Wage Range: Competitive hourly rate, approximately CAD $18–22/hr, depending on location and experience.
Perks:
50% off dining at Earls
Overtime pay and tips (when applicable)
In-house training programs (culinary, leadership, etc.)
Opportunities for Red Seal Chef certification
Why This Role Matters
Foundation of the Kitchen: As a prep cook, you're the “architect and engineer” of our kitchen—your precision and consistency set the tone for every dish served.
Growth-Oriented: Prep is a powerful launching pad—whether you're starting your culinary journey or aiming to climb the ranks. Earls fosters growth, coaching, and development.
Valued Professionally: Though often underrated, seasoned prep cooks are frequently called the most skilled and indispensable team members in high-functioning kitchens.
“Prep is the foundation of any restaurant… deserves as much as the sous chef if not more
If the name Earls isn't enough to get your appetite for good food and fun in high gear, then how about an Earls Vancouver restaurant with a solarium that features a retractable roof and is open year round? Now that's gotta get you going. Funny thing is, the solarium isn't the only unique feature of Earls Restaurant Vancouver at Fir St. There's also the perfect south-facing restaurant patio for a little people-watching and sun-seeking action. Or there's the wondrous view of the North Shore and its towering, lush-green mountains from the back side of the dining room. The restaurant staff are supercharged with enthusiasm, the manager's a tourist attraction in his own right (we won't name names), and the experience is true-blue Earls every step of the way. Expect divine drinks, dining and merrymaking-every time you visit.
Earls Vancouver Restaurant at Fir Street is super easy to find and super well-situated for a visit. We're just a block from Granville Street on West Broadway, and mere steps away from some of Vancouver's biggest hits: Granville Island, shopping and art galleries on South Granville, movies the 5th Avenue Cinemas, and live theatre at the Stanley Theatre to mention but a few. Why not stop by today? The solarium is always fine.
