Job Description

Zero Waste - Operator

Who We Are

Meet Fresh Prep -- Western Canada's most convenient and sustainable meal kit delivery service.

As a certified B Corporation, we make convenient eating healthy and sustainable for the communities we operate in. We source quality local ingredients whenever possible, and deliver in reusable, recyclable and compostable packaging. We offer 10 chef-created meal kit recipes each week, with options for many lifestyles and preferences including vegetarian and vegan.

We're proud to be recognized as a workplace where innovation meets impact. Our numerous accolades - including BC's Top Employers 2025, placement on The Globe and Mail's prestigious Canada's Top Growing Companies list and recognition as one of Deloitte's Best Managed Companies - reflect our commitment to excellence in both customer experience and employee satisfaction. Our collaborative culture brings together passionate food lovers, sustainability champions, and tech innovators who are reshaping the future of food delivery.

Who You Are

Reliable:

You work well with others and enjoy contributing to a fantastic team. Do others enjoy working with you?

Reliable:

Since we work in teams, we need team members who are engaged and seeking to contribute in a positive manner. Are you willing to show up on time and work hard?

Responsible:

You're a self-starter with the ability to work independently as needed. Can you be trusted to act without needing strict supervision?

Ready to Grow:

Fresh Prep is a rapidly growing company and there are many opportunities for advancement. Are you looking to learn and grow with us?

What You'll Be Doing

At Fresh Prep, every day may be different! While we are currently in "growth mode", things are becoming more and more streamlined. This means that your first day may not look like your third or your tenth, but each day you will be doing some of the following:Working in a temperature controlled environment (between 0 to 10 degrees Celsius). Assisting in maintaining a clean, food-safe production facility. Monitoring the machines and ensuring the consistency of operational flow. Mixing & blixing the ingredients as per the recipe. Assembling and disassembling different types of packaging machines. Setting up the machines for the correct depositing amount. Filling the machines with correct ingredients as per the recipe. Flagging ingredient quality issues and shortages. Conducting station changeovers. Returning leftover ingredients to the cooler in an organized manner. Maintaining FIFO.

What We Are Looking For

Previous experience in food manufacturing, warehouse, or high-paced environment preferred. Ability to work in a high-paced warehouse environment with strict deadlines. Comfortable working in a temperature controlled environment (the warehouse is kept at between 0 to 10 degrees Celsius). Ability to stand on your feet for 8 hour shifts. Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs (23 kg).

What You Can Expect

An inclusive, fun workplace filled with fantastic colleagues. We're a certified B-Corporation and our team is passionate about making a positive difference (and also about food!)Hourly wage of $20.00. Work schedule of Thursday to Monday, 7:00 AM-3:00 PM. Consistent weekly scheduling with paid breaks. Extended benefits (including medical, dental, and life-insurance) after 90 days of successful full-time employment Food perks!
Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit. Fresh Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and prohibits discrimination of any kind. We value diversity at our company and at all job levels our goal is to be diverse, inclusive and representative of the communities we operate in. We endeavour to recruit, develop and retain the best talent from a diverse candidate pool and truly believe that diversity, equity and inclusion among our team members is vital to our success as a company. We trust that in applying for a role with us you value this as well!