** Now offering Staff accommodation **
About Us
We offer a working environment of the utmost professionalism where we strive for excellence. We believe that successful employees make for satisfied guests, which is why Wild Blue will be focused on evolving our staff’s culinary, service and management skills. We pride ourselves on offering competitive compensation, benefits and outstanding staff facilities.
Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar was recognized in May 2023 by the prestigious ‘Canada’s 100 Best’ as one of the nations Top 10 Best New Restaurants as well as named to the 100 Best List. Having opened in mid-2022, Wild Blue Restaurant has been recognized at #4 in the Best New Restaurants category. It is the only restaurant in British Columbia to have made this list, and is one of only two in Western Canada. Furthermore, Wild Blue has been honoured with a #66 ranking on Canada’s 100 Best List 2023.
Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar was also noted as “The Most Important Whistler Restaurant Opening in a Decade” by Vancouver Magazine and “The Hot Table to Book in Whistler” by Condé Nast Traveler.
We offer:
https://www.wildbluerestaurant.com/
The Role
Seeking Line Cooks/ Prep Cooks to join our team in the day-to-day operations of a new fine dining restaurant in Whistler. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with celebrated restaurant partner, Chef Alex Chen.
This is an opportunity to be a key part of an exciting new upscale restaurant in Whistler.
Essential Job Functions:
- Prepare, season and cook food as directed, meeting dietary requirements where required
- Follow recipes and presentation specifications
- Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to ever evolving situations
- Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
- Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety and sanitation
- Enjoy working with premium, local ingredients
- Must be able to adapt to any additional tasks as assigned by the station lead, sous-chef, or executive chef
Candidate Pre-requisites:
- You have a passion for food and thirst for knowledge
- Thrive in a energetic high pace environment
- You have experience in the kitchen and potentially have aspirations of competing in various culinary competitions
- You're a team player and a great communicator
- Work to a very high standard with efficiency and grace
- You have at least 2 years of experience in high-volume kitchens in a similar environment
Why join Wild Blue Restaurant?
Our People - We value integrity, creativity, kind-heartedness, and being intentional in all that we do, and we are looking for a candidate who is seeking the same. We are a passionate, hard-working, and uplifting team, always aspiring to evolve.
Our Facilities - unparalleled staff facilities including staff showers, bike storage, winter-sport gear lockers, staff common room with tea + coffee facilities and microwave, device charging area, TV + Apple TV, Yoga and stretching mats...and a ping pong table!
View sneak preview here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ccoxx8Eg5Xd/
Our Hospitality – We’re committed to nurturing a culture of trust and balance. We are attracting the most passionate individuals who are keen to work hard and succeed, that play well with others, and enjoy life. Where you will be proud to say you belong. We offer a professional working environment with ample support and mentorship, always striving for excellence.
Our Community – We live in one of the most beautiful places on the planet, sitting within a basin of mountains and surrounded by a strong local contingent of like minded individuals. We challenge and encourage you to explore everything Whistler has to offer.
Other Benefits & Perks:
Offering competitive compensation, benefits, and outstanding onsite staff facilities.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: $23.00-$28.00 per hour
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Whistler, BC V8E 1J1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2023-06-01
