Cook - Seasonal

The Wickaninnish Inn; Tofino; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Wickaninnish Inn Ltd. is seeking a Cook for its acclaimed kitchen in Tofino, BC. This role supports scratch cooking in a Relais & Châteaux property with Forbes, Michelin, AAA, and Travel & Leisure recognitions.

Co-op/internship placements are available May–October, offering hands-on experience in a world-class coastal kitchen. Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in a fine dining setting, strong guest service and communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience in a fine dining establishment or similar.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes.
• Cook to Relais & Châteaux and AAA 4–5 Diamond Standards.
• Manage special requests and dietary requirements.
• Maintain inventory and cleanliness of kitchen.
• Keep records of food, supplies and equipment.

Skills

Guest service

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Job description

Join our Culinary team as a Cook, where you have the opportunity to learn and grow in a Relais & Châteaux property recognized by Forbes, Michelin Key, AAA Four Diamond, and Travel & Leisure’s World’s Best Hotels.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging where every individual is appreciated and valued for who they are. We are passionate about providing a supportive environment for our team, delivering excellence to our guests while achieving the highest sustainability practices, and creating a lasting legacy for our families and communities.

We are proud to offer scratch cooking. We have whole pork, fish and a variety of seafood arrive daily. Our team processes the ingredients into choice cuts utilizing every part. We make 95% of our products in house; our biggest supplier is Mother Nature. If you are a cook who believes in true, clean cuisine then the Wickaninnish Inn is where you want to work.

This position is available for co-op/internship placements (May - October).

As a Cook you will:

• Ensure efficient and personalized guest service meeting and exceeding Relais & Châteaux and AAA 4 & 5 Diamond Standards.
• Be passionate about your craft, love food, love fresh ingredients!
• Be detail orientated, you DO sweat the small stuff.
• Thrive in a multi-tasking, fast paced working environment.
• Have good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Have good time management and organizational skills.
• Have previous fine dining establishment or similar experience.
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods.
• Successfully manage special requests, dietary requirements, menu changes.
• Be flexible with last minute requests/changes all while maintaining standards.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Clean kitchen and work areas.

The Wickaninnish Inn is committed to the principles of equality and diversity in the workplace. We aim to hire the best candidate for the position based on their qualifications and merit in terms of knowledge, skills, and experience.

Our ideal candidate will embody the West Coast culture, while still being committed to the art of hospitality and pursuit of excellence. They will have:

• Excellent guest service skills and demonstrated enthusiasm and talent for exceeding guest expectations.
• Minimum 1-year previous cooking experience in a fine dining establishment or similar.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a stressful environment, and creative problem-solving skills are necessary.
• A positive and proactive approach and an ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work weekends, and holidays as needed.
• The ability to make a commitment to the position for a mutually understood and agreed upon period of time.

Salary/Wage: $21.00 per hour

NOC Code: 63200