Line Cook

Push Operations; Sooke; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong pay + tip-out

Job summary

Sooke Harbour House in Vancouver Island's coastal kitchen is seeking a skilled, passionate Line Cook to join our brigade and help deliver seasonal cuisine true to the region. This is more than a job—it's a chance to cook with inspiration in a setting that blends oceanfront beauty with a close-knit team.

You will execute dishes to spec, stay ahead of prep, work clean and organized, contribute ideas, and take pride in your station while upholding food safety and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Solid understanding of cooking techniques and kitchen best practices.
• Passion for seasonal ingredients and sustainable food systems.
• Food Safe certification (or willingness to obtain it before starting).

Responsibilities

• Execute dishes to spec during service with consistency and care.
• Stay ahead of prep and mise en place to keep service smooth.
• Work clean, organized, and respectfully within the brigade.
• Contribute ideas, give and receive feedback, and continue learning.
• Bring a sense of pride and purpose to your station.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cooking techniques

Sustainability

Pressure tolerance

Education

Food Safe certification

Job description

Welcome to Sooke Harbour House, one of Vancouver Island’s most iconic and celebrated culinary destinations. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, our kitchen is just steps away from some of the richest ecosystems on the coast—providing a direct line from the tidepools, forests, gardens, and local farms to the plate.

This isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity to cook in a place that’s genuinely alive with inspiration. We’re looking for a skilled, passionate, and detail-oriented Line Cook to join our kitchen brigade and help deliver memorable, seasonal cuisine that’s true to the region.

About Us

At Sooke Harbour House, food is a way of life. We don’t just talk about local — we live it. From harvesting seaweed at low tide to foraging mushrooms from the forest edge, our menu is a celebration of where we are. Guests come here to disconnect, recharge, and dine with intention — and we strive to make every dish reflect that energy.

This is a chance to be part of a tight-knit, professionally run kitchen, led by experienced chefs and backed by a front-of-house team that values creativity, hospitality, and quality at every level.

What You’ll Do

• Execute dishes to spec during service with consistency and care
• Stay ahead of prep and mise en place to keep service smooth
• Work clean, organized, and respectfully within the brigade
• Contribute ideas, give and receive feedback, and continue learning
• Bring a sense of pride and purpose to your station

What You Bring

• At least 1–2 years of professional kitchen experience
• Solid understanding of cooking techniques and kitchen best practices
• Passion for seasonal ingredients and sustainable food systems
• Positive, proactive attitude and ability to work under pressure
• Food Safe certification (or willingness to obtain it before starting)

Why This Job Rocks

• Unbeatable location — Cook steps away from the ocean, with natural beauty all around
• Small team, big impact — You’re not a cog in the wheel here — you’ll be seen, heard, and valued
• Professional growth — Learn from respected culinary leadership and grow within the company
• Strong pay + tip-out — Competitive compensation in a kitchen that respects your time and talent

Come Cook on the Edge of the World

Sooke Harbour House is more than a place to work — it’s a place to belong, to learn, and to cook with purpose. Whether you're plating for an intimate dining room service or prepping ingredients picked just hours earlier, you'll be part of something rooted, real, and rewarding.

We can't wait to welcome you to the team.