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Hospital Kitchen Assistant Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

Medina Healthcare System

Assists in the kitchen prior to, during and after meals are served to patients, staff and community ... KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assist with cooking and meal preparation. * Washes hands before handling ...

Sodexo Canada Ltd

Cook Supervisor

Fort Saskatchewan, AB · On-site

Manage inventory and assist with ordering, receiving, and storage of food, supplies, and equipment ... Conduct regular inspections of kitchen facilities and equipment to ensure safety, cleanliness, and ...

Sodexo Canada Ltd

Cook ( Long Term Care)

Calgary, AB · On-site

As a provider of services in many client locations, including hospitals, long term care facilities ... Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, workstations, storage areas, and service areas.

Sodexo Canada Ltd

Cook - Long term care

Calgary, AB · On-site

Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, workstations, storage areas, and service areas ... Inventory and Ordering Support * Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing deliveries.

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How much do hospital kitchen assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital kitchen assistant in Alberta is $16.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.54 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hospital kitchen assistant?

Hospital Kitchen Assistants are support staff responsible for helping prepare, serve, and deliver meals to patients, staff, and visitors within a hospital. Their duties often include preparing basic food items, portioning meals, cleaning kitchen areas, and ensuring food safety standards are met. They may also help with dishwashing and restocking supplies. This role is essential in maintaining nutrition standards and ensuring that patients receive meals tailored to their dietary needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital kitchen assistant?

To thrive as a Hospital Kitchen Assistant, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of food safety and hygiene, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, dietary management software, and food handling certifications such as ServSafe are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong organizational skills help you excel in supporting both chefs and healthcare staff. These skills are crucial to ensuring safe meal preparation, meeting dietary needs, and maintaining efficient kitchen operations in a healthcare environment.

What are some common challenges faced by hospital kitchen assistants and how can they be managed?

Hospital Kitchen Assistants often face challenges such as maintaining strict hygiene standards, working efficiently during busy meal times, and adapting to dietary restrictions for patients. Managing these challenges involves staying organized, following food safety protocols carefully, and communicating clearly with both culinary and medical staff. Teamwork and a strong attention to detail are key to ensuring meals are prepared safely and delivered on time to support patient care.

What is the difference between Hospital Kitchen Assistant vs Hospital Cook?

AspectHospital Kitchen AssistantHospital Cook
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferredFood safety certification; culinary training or experience
Work EnvironmentAssist in food prep, cleaning, and basic kitchen tasks in hospital settingsPrepare, cook, and oversee meal production in hospital kitchens
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in hospital food service departmentsTypically employed as head or line cooks in hospital food services

Hospital Kitchen Assistants mainly support food prep and cleaning tasks, while Hospital Cooks handle meal preparation and cooking. Both roles are essential in hospital food services but differ in responsibilities and skill requirements.

What are the most commonly searched types of Hospital Kitchen jobs in Alberta?

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Infographic showing various Hospital Kitchen Assistant job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,237 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

Assistant Kitchen Manager

The Canadian Brewhouse

Calgary, AB • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Welcome to The Canadian Brewhouse, Canada's fastest-growing independent restaurant group! We know that without our incredible teams we wouldn't be a fraction of where we are today. Our teams live and breathe our Core Values; these are 6 key principles that influence all of our decisions as an organization.

  • Take Care of Each Other and Yourself
  • Think Like a Customer
  • Support Your Community
  • Hurry, Don’t Rush
  • Embrace Innovation
  • Be Persistent

Our kitchens provide a platform to showcase your existing skills while also cultivating new ones. We prioritize the thorough training of all team members in every aspect of our back-of-house operations. This collaborative approach ensures mutual support and positions you for seamless advancement when the path to growth presents itself.

Safety and cleanliness are cornerstones to our food program, and we expect each of our team members to hold them both in high regard and take good care of themselves, their fellow BrewCrew team, our guests, and our house.

What role are we looking to fill? 

  • Assistant Kitchen Manager

Role Requirements 

  • Coach, lead, and mentor a team of cooks
  • Must be willing to travel for training within Calgary region
  • Ensure proper training of back of house team members
  • Maintain a safe, sanitary, and clean work environment
  • Foster positive relationships between front of house and back of house teams
  • Schedule effectively based on sales forecasts
  • Maintain standards for purchasing, ordering, and food storage
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
  • Hire new employees based on store needs and conduct onboarding
  • Delegate tasks and follow through on their completion

What do you need?

  • Previous kitchen management experience
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations
  • Experience with sales forecasting, budgeting, and inventory management
  • Administrative skills, including scheduling, emailing, and ordering
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to hire new employees and conduct interviews
  • Ability to remain level-headed and calm under pressure
  • Organization and a keen attention to detail
  • Foodsafe Certification preferred

Considering applying? These are some of the great benefits of joining our team!

  • Flexible Hours
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Benefit packages
  • Performance based bonuses
  • Staff Discount
  • Lifelong Friendships

When not at work, you may catch us out in the community volunteering, raising funds for The Canadian Mental Health Association or the local Children's Hospital, or having a couple of drinks with friends. The Brew Crew is a team of devoted, compassionate, and ambitious individuals that are hungry for what the future holds. We believe it's our duty to provide all of our employees with a safe, fun-filled work environment with endless advancement opportunities. The Canadian Brewhouse is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Let us tell you more about why you should join the best team in Canada, today!

We can't wait to hear from you! 

The Canadian Brewhouse is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.

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