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Burger Factory Kitchener

Grill Cook

Kitchener, ON · On-site

CA$15.50/hr

Meat prep during the shift to make sure raw material is ready at the time of orders. * Operate ... Food Handler Certification (preferred) Company Description Burger Factory Kitchener is looking for ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for meat factory in Ontario is $15.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.78 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Meat Factory job involves processing, packaging, and handling meat products in a factory setting. Workers may perform tasks such as cutting, trimming, deboning, grinding, or operating machinery to process meat efficiently. The job may also include quality control, maintaining hygiene standards, and ensuring food safety compliance. It often requires standing for long hours, working in cold environments, and following strict safety protocols.

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Meat factories are fast-paced, physically demanding workplaces where employees usually work on production lines in refrigerated environments. The work involves standing for extended periods, handling raw meat, and operating machinery while adhering to strict hygiene and safety protocols. Teamwork is crucial, as tasks are often specialized and interconnected, requiring coordination and communication with colleagues and supervisors. Employees can expect shift-based schedules, with opportunities for overtime and advancement as they gain experience. Many factories also provide safety gear and thorough training to ensure a safe and productive work environment.

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Working in a meat factory involves standing for long periods, handling raw meat, and operating machinery such as saws and grinders. The environment can be cold and wet, requiring workers to follow strict safety and hygiene protocols, and often involves physical labor and shift work.

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Grill Cook

Burger Factory Kitchener

Kitchener, ON • On-site

CA$15.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook food according to recipes and customer orders.
  • Ensure that all food is cooked to the proper temperature.
  • Meat prep during the shift to make sure raw material is ready at the time of orders.
  • Operate grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies.
  • Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
  • Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary work area.
  • Monitor food inventory and order supplies as needed.
  • Follow safety procedures for storing and handling food.
  • All other tasks related to kitchen as and when needed.
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
  • Oversee the overall hygiene of the store.

Skills

  • Proven grill experience, including cooking chicken burgers, beef burgers.
  • Ability to stand and operate grill for long durations.
  • Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
  • Familiar with industry’s best practices

Ability to commute:

  • Kitchener, ON (required)
  • The training (approx. 2 weeks) would happen in Brampton. Reliable commute to training location is preferred.

Experience:

  • Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Company Description

Burger Factory Kitchener is looking for an experienced Grill Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in preparing and cooking burgers on the grill in a variety of ways as per the set recipe. The successful candidate will be able to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. A strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions accurately are essential for this position.