Swing Chef (Albreda Lodge Winter 2026-2027)

Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing; Blue River; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Meals provided

Housing included

Fitness center

Employee discounts

Training programs

IKON/AMC ski pass

Job summary

Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing is seeking a Swing Chef to support kitchen operations, staff meals, and Après Ski offerings at Albreda Lodge, Blue River, BC. You will work with Head Chef and teammates to ensure top-quality, nutritious meals and smooth service for guests and staff.

The role requires 3–5 years as a line cook or equivalent, FOODSAFE Level 1, WHMIS, and Occupational First Aid. Expect long shifts, full-time seasonal work, and generous staff meal/accommodation benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience as line cook or equivalent.
• FOODSAFE Level 1, WHMIS and Occupational First Aid certificates.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic lodge environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain highest quality fresh meals for guests and staff.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and organize staff and guest meals.
• Assist in menu planning and staff lunch/dinner programs.
• Coordinate staff grocery program and maintain inventory.
• Attend weekly kitchen and staff meetings; support team with flexibility.
• Follow health, safety and sanitation regulations consistently.

Skills

Line cook experience

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

FOODSAFE Level 1

WHMIS

Occupational First Aid

Job description

About The Company

When you work at Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing you become part of a larger family of motivated people who thrive in a natural environment that promotes safe practices and good health.

Seasonal

About The Company

When you work at Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing you become part of a larger family of motivated people who thrive in a natural environment that promotes safe practices and good health.

At Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing we know that our employees are our most valuable asset. Our wages are highly competitive, and our subsidized housing and food services mean that our employees can save money while working in Blue River throughout the year. We offer opportunities for advancement in all departments and ensure that each employee is supported in their effort to provide excellent customer service every day.

Our culture is built on positive attitudes, ambition, and a passion for skiing. Whether you join us for an amazing seasonal experience or join our team in a year-round career capacity, employment at MWHS is the experience of a lifetime.

Position: Swing Chef/Staff Meals

Type: Full Time, Seasonal

Location: Albreda Lodge, Blue River, BC

Reports to: Albreda Lodge Head Chef, AM Sous Chef, PM Sous Chef, Albreda Lodge Manager

Overview

Working with the Head Chef and the Kitchen team, the Swing Chef position is responsible for Kitchen cleanliness, covering the AM Sous on their day off, staff and guest lunch programs, staff dinner, and the Après Ski program. The Swing Chef also coordinates the staff grocery program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest level of quality fresh nutritious meals for our guests and staff.


• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness of the kitchen (entire kitchen) and outside garbage area.


• Check that incoming food is stored properly and ensure stock rotation.


• Assist in menu planning.


• Working with Head Chef, design a staff lunch and dinner menu program for the season


• Cooperation - working jointly with others towards a common goal. Our goal is customer satisfaction.


• Ensure that all operating procedures are being followed.


• Follow all health and safety regulations and control all waste.


• Communicate all problems and / or ideas to your supervisor.


• Maintain kitchen equipment and supplies inventory, recommend to manager when additional equipment is needed, check functioning and carry out maintenance as required.


• To be conscientious for good staff relations, friendly but efficient.


• Must attend weekly kitchen meetings, staff meetings, and daily kitchen shift meets.


• Utilize the communication tools available to keep in contact with the rest of the Lodge staff, giving and receiving timely, useful and necessary information

The accountabilities listed above are provided as examples of area of responsibility and are not intended to create limits to responsibility but to help understand the scope of the position. All staff are expected to be team oriented and maintain confidentiality of all information gained while working with the company.

Tasks

• Swing will ensure day prep is complete and ready to go for the next service,


• Swing will work with the Head Chef to provide Guest on site hot lunch program.


• Assist with shipping and receiving


• Assist with product rotation, order board updates


• Swing will cover AM Sous days off and perform the breakfast requirements to the same standard.


• Swing will work with Head Chef and PM kitchen team to plan and prepare Après snacks as required.


• Swing will plan and execute the staff on site lunch and dinner program with the direction of the Head Chef


• Swing will coordinate the staff grocery program


• Helping in any area that needs help. \"Not my job\" philosophy is not acceptable.


• Swing must be flexible on menu changes, and be mindful of the preparation and presentation details as outlined by the Head Chef.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience as line cook, chef de partie or equivalent positions


• Experience in recreation lodges


• FOODSAFE level 1, WHMIS and Occupational first aid certificates


• Ability to analyze and interpret the needs of clients and offer the appropriate options, solutions, and resolutions required.


• Able to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment.


• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

Wellness & Support

• We prioritize the physical and mental well-being of our team members.


• Staff have access to nutritious meals and hydration throughout their shift.


• Breaks are encouraged to maintain energy and focus during long shifts.


• We foster a respectful and inclusive work environment where concerns can be shared openly.


• Support is available for stress management and adapting to lodge life.


• Team members are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance during seasonal employment.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly.


• Long hours of work. Our schedule is based on 6 days/week, 10 hour days. Day rate includes overtime as per Employment Standards


• This position will spend nearly 100% of the time standing.


• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and snow


• Will be constantly exposed to high temperatures in the kitchen environment.


• Manual dexterity required to use knives and kitchen appliances


• Extreme flexibility, you will be asked to change your plans on a regular basis and must have the temperament to do so without frustration.

Benefits Of Employment Include

• Gratuities


• Meals and shared accommodation included at Albreda Lodge


• Fitness center


• Family and friends' discounts


• In-house training and development programs


• Employee Assistance Program


• 30% off retail items in our specialized boutique


• Staff meal plan


• Discounted rates at various hotels in Kamloops, Jasper, and Vernon


• Staff rate for on-site massage therapy


• Opportunities to helicopter ski


• Ski passes to Marmot Basin in Jasper, AB


• World Renowned IKON/AMC Ski Pass (conditions apply)


• Guaranteed adventure!

Compensation: $245 per day

We are actively recruiting throughout the season. If this posting is live, we are currently accepting applications.