Cook II - Breakfast (Winter 2026-2027)

Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing; Blue River; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

End of season bonus

Gratuities

Subsidized staff accommodation

Fitness center

Staff meals

Job summary

Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing is seeking a Breakfast Cook for the Main Lodge Kitchen in Blue River, BC. The role involves preparing a daily buffet for up to 150 guests with live stations, in a team environment, following safety procedures, and ensuring high-quality, timely service.

Shifts are early morning, with dress code and guest interaction standards. Opportunities for seasonal or year-round employment with subsidized staff housing and meals are provided.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized culinary program preferred.
• Expert knowledge of all aspects of breakfast cookery.
• Expert level knife skills.
• High level multitasking.
• Food Safe Certification and WHMIS required.
• 2+ years' experience in a similar position.
• Must be able to frequently bend and kneel, lift moderate weight, and work on feet for an extended period.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and as part of a team.
• Be willing to work a variety of day and weekend shifts.
• Attributes include an energetic personality, punctuality, self-starter, a sense of urgency and good grooming standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the highest level of quality and presentation of meals for guests.
• Breakfast buffet for up to 150 persons with live stations in the dining room.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Follow all health and safety regulations and control all waste.
• Check fridge, inventory, and prep list daily.
• Clean fridges on a regular basis.
• Prepare lunch for guests as needed.
• Bavarian House Breakfast prep if necessary.
• Help with dinner prep of salad bar, leaf salads, oysters, and mussels as needed.
• Communicate all problems and suggestions to your supervisor.

Skills

Breakfast cookery expertise

Knife skills

Food safety

WHMIS

Experience 2+ years

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Culinary program (preferred)

Job description

About The Company

When you work at Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing you become part of a larger family of motivated people who thrive in a natural environment that promotes safe practices and good health.

Seasonal

When you work at Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing you become part of a larger family of motivated people who thrive in a natural environment that promotes safe practices and good health. At Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing we know that our employees are our most valuable asset. Our wages are highly competitive, and our subsidized housing and food services mean that our employees can save money while working in Blue River throughout the year. We offer opportunities for advancement in all departments and ensure that each employee is supported in their effort to provide excellent customer service every day. Our culture is built on positive attitudes, ambition, and a passion for skiing. Whether you join us for an amazing seasonal experience or join our team in a year-round career capacity, employment at MWHS is the experience of a lifetime.

Position:

Breakfast Cook

Location:

Main Lodge Kitchen, Blue River, BC

Type:

Seasonal, Full-Time

Reports to:

Executive Chef, Sous Chef

Overview

Breakfast Cooks are responsible for preparing a daily buffet in the Main Lodge Dining Room for up to 150 people. Must prepare high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner. Breakfast Cooks must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace and must follow all safety procedures. Will be required to work early morning shifts, with live interactive stations. Must be presentable and be able to communicate with guests according to MWHS standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the highest level of quality and presentation of meals for guests.
• Breakfast buffet for up to 150 persons with live stations in the dining room.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness of the entire kitchen.
• Follow all health and safety regulations and control all waste.
• Check fridge, inventory, and prep list daily.
• Clean fridges on a regular basis.
• Prepare lunch for guests as needed.
• Bavarian House Breakfast prep if necessary.
• Help with dinner prep of salad bar, leaf salads, oysters, and mussels as needed.
• Communicate all problems and suggestions to your supervisor.
• Must be punctual for work shift.
• Maintain absolute professionalism when on shift, company property and when in the presence of guests.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner within company guidelines.
• May be called upon to perform other duties not listed, but within the position's scope

The accountabilities listed above are provided as examples of area of responsibility and are not intended to create limits to responsibility but to help understand the scope of the position. All staff are expected to be team oriented and maintain confidentiality of all information gained while working with the company.

Qualification/Skills

• Completion of a recognized culinary program preferred.
• Expert knowledge of all aspects of breakfast cookery.
• Expert level knife skills.
• High level multitasking.
• Food Safe Certification and WHMIS required.
• 2+ years' experience in a similar position.
• Must be able to frequently bend and kneel, lift moderate weight, and work on feet for an extended period.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and as part of a team.
• Be willing to work a variety of day and weekend shifts.
• Attributes include an energetic personality, punctuality, self-starter, a sense of urgency and good grooming standards.

Benefits Of Employment Include

• End of season bonus
• Gratuities
• Subsidized staff accommodation in private or shared residence
• Fitness center
• Family and friends' discounts
• In-house training and development programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 30% off retail items in our specialized boutique
• Staff meal plan
• Discounted rates at various hotels in Kamloops, Jasper, and Vernon
• Staff rate for on-site massage therapy
• Opportunities to helicopter ski
• Ski passes to Marmot Basin in Jasper, AB
• World Renowned IKON/AMC Ski Pass (conditions apply)
• Guaranteed adventure!

Working Conditions

• This position will spend 100% of the time standing.
• Exposure to cold, heat and hot water and high temperatures a kitchen environment.
• Must be able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion, and up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Manual dexterity is required to use knives and kitchen appliances.

Compensation:

$23.50 per hour