sous-chef

Mekong; Whistler; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation available

Restaurant

Bar

Willing to relocate

Parking available

Wellness program

Job summary

Mekong in Whistler, BC is hiring a chef to lead kitchen operations and collaborate with the culinary team. You will prepare Thai-inspired dishes, manage costs, and ensure quality across all service periods.

This full-time, on-site role requires flexibility for day, evening, night, and weekend shifts. Training and supervision of junior cooks are part of the job, with opportunities to develop menus for events.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume kitchens
• Strong leadership and team supervision abilities
• Ability to manage food costs and inventories

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff
• Supervise activities of kitchen staff
• Train cooks in preparation, cooking and presentation of food
• Plan and direct food preparation for events and multiple restaurants

Job description

Posted onNovember 02, 2026 by Employer details Mekong

Job details

• Location 2063 Lake Placid Rd Whistler , BC V8E 0B6
• Salary 28.00 hourly / 40 to 50 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, On call, Flexible hours, Overtime available

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Thai
• Hot

Work setting

• Staff accommodation available
• Restaurant
• Bar
• Willing to relocate

Ranks of chefs

• Sous-chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory
• Analyze operating costs and other data
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
• Consult with clients regarding weddings, banquets and specialty functions
• Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Leading/instructing individuals

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Food Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Thai
• Gluten-free
• Vegan
• Fish and seafood
• Meat, poultry and game
• Stocks, soups and sauces
• Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms

Area of work experience

• Manager

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Uniform

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Gratuities
• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Parking available
• Wellness program

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Employment groups

Support for persons with disabilities

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-11-16

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