Line Cook

Company Description Fit Kitchen is a Calgary-based prepared meal company focused on making food that fits real life, combining chef-made meals, balanced nutrition, and convenient delivery. Since 2015, the team has offered a broad menu of breakfasts, lunches, dinners, salads, and snacks, all with clear nutrition information to support different routines and health goals. Guests can order individual meals, set up weekly subscriptions, or follow structured meal plans, including custom plans designed by an in-house Nutrition Specialist. Fit Kitchen serves Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Canmore, and partners with athletes, sports teams, and community organizations across Alberta to promote accessible, nutritious food options.

Role Description The Line Cook is a full-time, on-site role based in Calgary, AB, responsible for preparing high-quality, consistent meals that align with Fit Kitchen’s nutrition and portion standards. Day-to-day tasks include executing recipes, cooking proteins, vegetables, and grains, assembling meal components, and ensuring accurate labeling and packaging for delivery. The Line Cook will maintain a clean and organized workstation, follow food safety and sanitation procedures, and assist with inventory rotation and restocking. This role collaborates with chefs and kitchen team members to meet production schedules, minimize waste, and support continuous improvement in kitchen operations. The Line Cook may also help with new menu items, quality checks, and occasional support for catering or special projects.

Qualifications

• Strong line cooking skills, including recipe execution, portioning, and consistency under time constraints.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and safe food handling practices in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience with batch cooking, meal prep, and efficient use of kitchen equipment (ovens, grills, slicers, etc.).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment, with clear communication and reliability.
• Good organizational skills for managing multiple tickets, production lists, and rotating inventory.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and work in a busy kitchen setting.
• Previous experience as a line cook, prep cook, or in a similar role; experience in health-focused or meal prep kitchens is an asset.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic understanding of nutrition and portion control, or willingness to learn Fit Kitchen standards.
• Food Handler or equivalent certification preferred.