First cook

*Cook? Chop N Block (Kamloops, BC)* Our busy butcher shop and deli is looking for an experienced cook who values creativity, takes pride in their work, and enjoys interacting with customers. This is a daytime-focused role (a rare thing in this industry), with occasional catering and event work. You?ll be working closely with our butchery and deli teams to produce high-quality, house-made food rooted in traditional techniques and thoughtful use of whole ingredients. If you?re looking to step out of the late-night restaurant grind and into something more hands-on, creative, and product-driven?this is that role. *What You?ll Be Responsible For* * Producing our line of ready-to-heat meals for retail (fresh and frozen) * Maintaining a clean, full, and visually appealing retail display * Pickling, fermenting, and preserving for retail and charcuterie use * Building charcuterie boards and platters for customers and events * Assisting with on-site catering and event setup (weddings, corporate, etc.) * Working with the team to price products and track yields * Identifying opportunities to utilize trim and secondary cuts to reduce waste and increase value * Following and refining recipes to maintain consistency and quality *Day-to-Day Expectations* * Supporting customers with product knowledge and cooking guidance * Assisting front-of-house when needed to keep service flowing * Dishwashing and maintaining a clean, organized workspace * Daily sanitation of all kitchen equipment and surfaces * Maintaining cleanliness and organization of coolers and dry storage *What We?re Looking For* * Solid kitchen experience (professional cooking background required) * A genuine interest in charcuterie, preservation, and whole-animal cooking * Strong organization and attention to detail * Someone who takes ownership of their work?this is not a ?clock in, clock out? role * Comfortable interacting with customers and representing the brand * A team-first mindset?no ego, just pride in doing things properly *What You Get* * Primarily daytime hours * Creative input on products that go directly to retail * A role that blends cooking, butchery, and customer interaction * A tight, skilled team that cares about quality * The chance to build something, not just execute tickets * Option for extended health benifits Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00 per hour Benefits: * Dental care * Discounted or free food * Extended health care * On-site parking * Store discount * Vision care Experience: * Cooking: 3 years (preferred) Licence/Certification: * Food Safety Certification (preferred) Work Location: In person