Job Description

Position: Private Chef / Garde Manger
Location: Main Lodge Kitchen, Blue River, BC
Type: Seasonal, Full-Time (Winter 2024-2025)

Reports to: Executive Chef

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.

Overview:
The position of Private Chef is responsible for providing in-chalet service for guests in private groups. Also responsible for preparing a daily salad bar, hot and cold appetizers, setting up dinner and breakfast buffets in the Main Lodge Dining Room for up to 150 people.

Benefits of Employment Include:
• Subsidized staff accommodation in private or shared residence
• Fitness center
• Staff rate for on-site massage therapy
• Family and friends’ discounts
• Opportunities to helicopter ski
• Ski passes to Marmot Basin in Jasper, AB
• Recreation opportunities such as cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, and skating
• In-house training and development programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted rates at various hotels in Kamloops, Jasper, and Vernon
• Staff meal plan
• 30% off retail items in our specialized boutique
• Guaranteed adventure!

A day in the life of a Private Chef:
• Main focus is providing top quality meals and service to guests with private bookings.
• Cooking 4 to 6 course gourmet menus for 5 to 25 persons in guest chalets.
• Create and discuss menus with guests.
• Work closely with the Chef, Sous Chef, and Pastry Chef.
• Prepare high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner.
• Must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, and must follow all safety procedures.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Follow all health and safety regulations and control all waste.
• Set up the buffet for dinner and breakfast.
• Establish daily prep list.
• Check fridges and freezers daily for temperature.
• End of night closing procedures.
• Prepare hot and cold appetizers, oyster bar, vegetable and seafood prep, pate terrines & salads.
• Communicate all problems and / or ideas to your supervisor.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner within company policies.

Equal Opportunity:
Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing is committed to providing equal treatment with respect to employment according to the prohibited grounds of discrimination as established under human rights legislation. Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing ensures that all employees have meaningful employment that is ethical, fair, and free from discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

Required languages: English

Education level: Secondary School

Required skills: • University or College Diploma in a Culinary field preferred. • Certified Chef designation preferred. • Food Safe Certification and WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) required. • Two to three years' experience in a similar position. • Five to ten years industry experience required. • Must be able to frequently bend and kneel, lift moderate weight, and work on feet for an extended period. • Ability to communicate effectively. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Class 5 Driver's License required. • Be willing to work a variety of day and weekend shifts. • Attributes include an energetic personality, punctuality, and good grooming standards. • Preferably speaks more than one language (German, French, Spanish) in addition to English.

Closest intersection: Yellowhead Highway and Harrwood Drive