Junior Line Cook *HOUSING*

Whistler Personnel Solutions; Whistler Village; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time

Free meals

Staff discounts

Ski pass

Chef training

Career advancement

Staff housing

Job summary

Pare Restaurant Group in Whistler is hiring a Junior Line Cook to learn high-level cuisine from top chefs. This role is full-time, year-round with mainly night shifts and a path to senior positions.

You will prep items, support senior cooks, and keep a clean workstation while following food safety standards. Benefits include free meals, staff discounts, assistance with ski passes, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Passion for cooking and a willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.
• Basic knife skills and 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.
• Food Safe certification is an asset (or willingness to obtain).

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.

Skills

Knife skills

Team player

Fast-paced

Reliability

Food Safe (asset)

Job description

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 .

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

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).

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.
  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.