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Chef Helper Jobs in Surrey, BC (NOW HIRING)

AlgaeCal

Family Chef (Kootenays)

Vancouver, BC · On-site

Have you watched "Chef's Table" on Netflix until you feel like Lennox Hastie and you are besties ... Asian cooking experience, BBQ skills, wild game cooking experience is helpful. * Butchering and ...

Capilano Group

Chef De Partie

Vancouver, BC · On-site

CA$28.35/hr

Dedicated to creating experiences our team members and guests are amazed by, we are always looking for people who can help bring our mission to life. We are looking for a Chef de Partie motivated by ...

Marriott

Executive Sous Chef

Vancouver, BC · On-site

Assists Executive Chef with all kitchen operations and preparation. Prepares and cooks foods of all ... As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always ...

Sienna Senior Living

Second Cook

Port Coquitlam, BC · On-site

CA$20.57/hr

Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action. * Assists ... Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the ...

Sienna Senior Living

Second Cook

Port Coquitlam, BC · On-site

CA$20.57/hr

Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action. * Assists ... Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the ...

Sienna Senior Living

Second Cook

Port Coquitlam, BC · On-site

CA$20.57/hr

Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action. * Assists ... Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the ...

Arkhya Tech. Inc.

AWS Devops Engineer

Vancouver, BC · Hybrid

... team and help design, build, and support highly available, scalable, secure AWS infrastructure ... Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Terraform, Ansible, or Chef . * Build ...

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Chop Steakhouse & Bar

Server Assistant

Vancouver, BC · On-site

As a Busser/Setter, you help control the flow of the restaurant and allow the business to stay ... Our menu, continuously developed by our Executive Chef, features globally inspired flavors and ...

Sienna Senior Living

Second Cook

Surrey, BC · On-site

CA$21.54/hr

... helping residents live fully, every day. What makes you a great fit? * Reviews daily menus and ... Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action * Assists ...

Sienna Senior Living

Second Cook

Surrey, BC · On-site

CA$21.54/hr

... helping residents live fully, every day. What makes you a great fit? * Reviews daily menus and ... Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action * Assists ...

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How much do chef helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for chef helper in Surrey, BC is $17.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.24 and $18.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily tasks and challenges of a chef helper?

As a Chef Helper, your daily tasks typically include assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, organizing ingredients, and supporting chefs with basic cooking tasks. One common challenge is working efficiently in a fast-paced environment, especially during busy meal times. You'll also need to adapt quickly to changing priorities and follow strict food safety standards. Collaborating closely with chefs and other kitchen staff is essential to ensure smooth operations and timely meal preparation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chef helper?

To thrive as a Chef Helper, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of kitchen hygiene, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kitchen appliances, food safety standards, and sometimes certifications like a Food Handler's Permit are typically required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are important soft skills in this role. These skills ensure kitchen operations run smoothly, food quality is maintained, and safety standards are upheld.

What is the difference between Chef Helper vs Kitchen Assistant?

AspectChef HelperKitchen Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; basic culinary training often preferredHigh school diploma; may require food safety certification
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, hotelsCommercial kitchens, catering services, restaurants
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in hospitality and food service industriesUsed interchangeably with Chef Helper in many settings
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with food prep, cleaning, basic cooking tasksSupporting kitchen staff, prep work, cleaning

Both Chef Helper and Kitchen Assistant roles involve supporting kitchen operations with food prep and cleaning. While their responsibilities are similar, 'Chef Helper' is often used in more formal culinary settings, whereas 'Kitchen Assistant' may be more common in casual or institutional environments. Both positions typically require basic food safety knowledge and a high school diploma.

How to become a chef helper?

To become a chef helper, typically no formal education is required, but previous experience in food preparation or kitchen work can be beneficial. Employers often look for basic cooking skills, ability to follow instructions, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment. Gaining experience through entry-level kitchen positions or culinary training programs can improve job prospects.

What does a chef helper do?

A chef helper assists in food preparation, such as chopping, measuring, and organizing ingredients, and supports the chef or kitchen staff with various tasks. They often work in fast-paced environments, follow safety and hygiene standards, and may need basic cooking skills or certifications. Their duties help ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely meal service.

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Infographic showing various Chef Helper job openings in Surrey, BC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,456 per year, or $17 per hour.

Family Chef (Kootenays)

AlgaeCal

Vancouver, BC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Do you love cooking with farm-fresh ingredients and making people smile with your delicious dishes? Have you watched "Chef's Table" on Netflix until you feel like Lennox Hastie and you are besties?  Are some of your favorite "novels" to curl up with cookbooks?  Do you pity the fools who use store-bought sauces? If that sounds like you, and you'd like to create culinary masterpieces for Canadian entrepreneurs - we've got the opportunity for you!     

Imagine working your chef magic in the heart of BC's Rocky Mountains on a 481 acre regenerative farm near Cranbrook, BC.  

Your kitchen is in a log building ... but this is no trappers cabin!  A full commercial style chef's kitchen attached to the main living quarters will be your nerve-centre.   

Your mission will be to evoke mealtime smiles from your new friends, Viv, Dean and 9lb dog, Booboo!  They're busy business leaders (well, maybe not Booboo) who really need your skills to keep them healthy, nourished and effective.  The ranch serves as AlgaeCal Inc's training and planning centre - so teams of 10 to 25 people will be coming in frequently to work and enjoy good food in beautiful natural surroundings.

The team loves a huge variety of organic, local foods and cooking styles with meat, fish, or foul as the main event.  Speaking of meat, an authentic Brazilian Wood BBQ combined with Argentinian Assada sits in an outdoor kitchen nearby.  And they have a freezer full of elk, deer and wild-caught fish plus they raise their own chickens, ducks and veggies to support you.  

Afterall, your cooking is only as good as the nutrient-dense ingredients you have to work with.  We are what we eat - so you'll become a critical part of the AlgaeCal team.  AlgaeCal is a natural health company, so to be a fit in this role you will genuinely believe in healthy food choices.

Specifics

  • Position available now, or alternatively in March.
  • Provide a variety of styles of cooking for Viv/Dean along with frequent visits from groups of 10-25 AlgaeCal leaders.
  • Cook and clean up for lunches/dinners 5 days per week.
  • On Fridays, prepare extra meals for the weekend.
  • 90% of food is grown on the ranch
  • Butchering and processing game and fish is a big plus.
  • Preserving, pickling, and canning skills are important. If you can make deli meats, sausages and cheeses, even better!
  • Viv hails from Hong Kong, and she loves every Asian food style - but don't worry if you don't have Asian experience.  It's easy to learn!  Dean loves nothing better than simple meats and veggies.

Experience 

  • Must be able to cook several different countries/regions favorite dishes.
  • Believer in whole, organic, regeneratively farmed foods.  Everything will be made from scratch.  We mean everything!
  • Asian cooking experience, BBQ skills, wild game cooking experience is helpful.
  • Butchering and processing game and fish is a big plus.

Salary

Will be above market rate.  Let's discuss this once you show us your skills/experience.

Other Goodies

  • AlgaeCal Acres is 30 minutes from Jaffray, BC and an hour from Cranbrook, so we will provide a vehicle for your work use, or pay by the km to use yours.
  • Full medical/dental benefits package
  • Flexible Stat Holidays with the option to bank days for later use

If this sounds like a position for you, please respond to this advertisement with your resume and cover letter. This is an essential part of your application. We need to make sure you're a good fit for your sake and ours - that's why we'll be paying close attention to your carefully written cover letter. 

Applications submitted without a resume and cover letter will be unsuccessful.  

 Please, read carefully:

1. Write a cover letter addressing:

  1. Why you're the best Chef for this role!
  2. What's your favorite style of cooking?
  3. Why did you choose "slaving over a hot stove" as your career?
  4. Describe why you fit perfectly with our values. Read them here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1deCCJZ6tiDiOSlr_W0UdCuM_V_ahzPBs/view

2. Upload your cover letter and resume:

  1. Ensure that your cover letter and resume are saved and sent as one file.

Yes, our hiring process is challenging, but it's our way of selecting the best--and your way of ensuring your AlgaeCal teammates are tops.

Click the "Apply Now" button on this page and upload your cover letter and resume.

***Note: Please include your cover letter WITH your resume in one document. Applications without a cover letter will not be read!***

We are looking to hire as soon as we find the right person, so act quickly, and you can also expect a prompt response.

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