FIRST COOK - TREETOP TAPAS & GRILL
Come work at an awe-inspiring Oceanside property overlooking the Salish Sea, surrounded by 22 acres of tranquil forest.
Tigh-Na-Mara is home to the Grotto Spa, voted #1 Spa in British Columbia, two award-winning restaurants, 10,000 square feet of conference space, 192 unique accommodations, British Columbia's most extensive resort recreation program, 3 km of sandy beach, and some of the warmest ocean swimming waters in Canada.
Tigh-Na-Mara is a wonderful place to play and to work.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Treetop Chef, this culinary role supports the kitchen team at Treetop Tapas & Grill, located within the Grotto Spa, in preparing and delivering the signature small plates that make up the endless, coursed tapas dining experience.
This hands-on role prepares, cooks, and plates dishes according to established course sequences and timing while maintaining standards for quality, consistency, presentation, and portioning throughout service.
The role works collaboratively with Culinary Team Members to coordinate the flow of each course, support smooth and efficient kitchen operations, and maintain clean, organized work areas while following established food safety and sanitation standards.
WHAT TIGH-NA-MARA OFFERS YOU!
- Competitive wages and eligible Team Member benefits.
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
- Opportunities for internal growth and promotion.
- Team Member perks and discounts throughout the resort.
- Access to resort amenities, including pool and fitness center.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- The opportunity to work alongside an amazing team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established course sequences, timing, recipes, presentation, portion, and quality standards.
- Prepare ingredients, sauces, garnishes, and other components to support efficient and consistent service.
- Monitor food quality, presentation, timing, and portion control throughout preparation and service.
- Maintain clean, safe, organized, and properly stocked workstations and kitchen areas.
- Work collaboratively with Chefs and Culinary Team Members to coordinate course timing and support smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, personal hygiene, workplace safety, and company standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Available to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
- Previous culinary experience, including food preparation and cooking in a professional kitchen, is considered an asset.
- Red Seal certification or recognized culinary training is considered an asset.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Reliable, flexible, and able to work collaboratively as part of a team while following direction.
- Positive, professional, and receptive to coaching, feedback, and continued learning.
COMPENSATION
$22.55 - $24.75 per hour + gratuities
We offer competitive wages, opportunities for career growth, and a positive, inclusive, and sustainability-focused work environment.
HOW TO APPLY
If you have a passion for hospitality, take pride in creating exceptional guest experiences, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment in a beautiful Oceanside setting, apply now to join our team as a First Cook for Treetop Tapas & Grill.
We kindly ask that all applications be submitted online, as we are unable to accept applications by phone or in person.
Pay: $22.55-$24.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Parksville, BC V9P 2E3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
