Junior Line Cook

Go2hr; Whistler; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, year round

Five days a week with mostly nights

Free meals

Staff discounts

Ski pass assistance

Training with chef

Potential staff housing

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Pare Restaurant Group in Whistler is seeking a Junior Line Cook to learn high-level cuisine from top chefs. This full-time, year-round role offers mostly night shifts with flexible hours, plus free meals and staff discounts.

We value attitude and teamwork; growth and internal promotion are central, with chef-led training and opportunities to advance. Ski pass assistance and staff housing may be available.

Qualifications

• Passion for cooking and willingness to learn culinary skills.
• Basic knife skills and understanding of food preparation techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to recipes and chef standards.
• Support senior cooks and chefs during busy service periods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and critical control procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure timely, high-quality service.
• Help with opening and closing kitchen duties as assigned.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Basic knife skills

Team-oriented

Work ethic

Education

Food Safe certification

Job description

• Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes

The Pare Restaurant Group, which includes Caramba, Quattro, and Lorette restaurants in Whistler, has an opening for a Junior Line Cook. Ideal for someone who loves food and is keen to learn the art of delivering high-level cuisine from some of the best in the biz. Offering full-time, year-round flexible hours, free meals, staff discounts and a supportive leadership .

Unique Value-Driven Culture

The owners of this top Whistler restaurant believe culture is their most valuable ingredient. “We are fiercely protective of our environment and are looking for a leader who doesn’t just fit in but actively uplifts the team.”

Attitude Over Everything:

We hire for heart and work ethic. We believe skills can be taught, but a positive, team-first “atmosphere” is a requirement.

“We Grow Our Own Tomatoes”:

This is our internal mantra. We are committed to cultivating talent from the ground up and pride ourselves on promoting from within. As Chef de Partie, you are the lead gardener—responsible for spotting potential and nurturing the next generation of culinary stars.

Humble but Effective:

We value leaders who carry themselves with humility. You should be approachable and grounded in your daily interactions with staff and guests, yet decisive and highly effective in execution.

The Pare Restaurant Group is a family-oriented organization that comprises three local Whistler restaurants: Caramba, Quattro, and Lorette. They promote a healthy work-life balance and foster a family-centric culture aimed at achieving success with every guest and colleague.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare menu items according to recipes and chef standards.
• Support senior cooks and chefs during busy service periods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and critical control procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure timely, high-quality service.
• Help with opening and closing kitchen duties as assigned.

The Perfect Candidate:

• Passion for cooking and a willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.
• Basic knife skills and an understanding of food preparation techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.
• 1 year of kitchen or line cook experience preferred, but not required.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic.
• Food Safe certification is an asset (or willingness to obtain).

Other Perks/Benefits

• About the Role, Benefits & Perks:Full-time, year round in the heart of Whistler Village (part time hours available)5 days a week with mostly nights, but can be flexible to have routing hours.
• Consistent schedule and hours are steady all year round.
• Perfect rota is Wed-Sun or Tues- Sat.
• Base hourly wage starting in the range of $22-24 per hour plus a share of gratuities.
• Senior roles are also available that offer higher starting wages.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Discounted and free meals.
• Assistance with ski pass.
• Training of culinary arts with chef.
• Student Friendly & Equal Opportunity Employer that values Diversity Equality and Inclusion.
• Will support Permanent Resident applications for qualified candidates.
• Shared room in staff accommodation may be available (apply quickly as it will go fast!)