Breakfast Cook

• Company: Kumsheen Rafting Resort
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Level: Supervisory
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Address: 1345 Trans Canada Hwy, Lytton, British Columbia V0K 1Z0
• Job Status: Contract/Temporary, Seasonal
• Start Date: May 1st, 2023
• End Date: September 25th, 2023
• Positions Available: 1

Kumsheen is looking for a Breakfast Cook this season to join our team of energetic, adventurous, and friendly staff. This is a great opportunity to work & live in one of the most beautiful areas in BC, at an incredible family-run adventure resort. 

About the position:

The Breakfast Cook will work under the overall direction of the Head Chef and oversee all breakfast operations in Kumsheen’s Cutting Board Restaurant. The Cutting Board Restaurant provides a friendly atmosphere, remarkable food, and memorable service to our resort guests. 

• In a typical year, the Cutting Board Restaurant seats 60 indoors and has a seasonal patio that seats another 60 guests. It is a full-service restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, catering primarily to resort guests and secondarily to the general public in summer months

• In May, June, and September, service is largely pre-booked banquet style meals for large groups (Dry-Grads, Corporate, etc.). During the peak season, (mid-June until mid-September), service is a limited à la carte menu and some banquet-style meals for large groups

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead cook for all breakfast service operations including a prep and execution of buffet-style menu in the shoulder season, and a la carte menu in the main season

• Directing and supervising prep cooks and other back-of-house staff

• Consistently producing food in keeping with resort standards

• Maintaining kitchen hygiene values and adhering to Health & Safety guidelines as well as all Covid-19 safety measures & requirements

• Prepare baked goods and “grab-and-go” items for the Reception Office’s coffee bar, as needed

• Provide supply and grocery lists to the Head Chef as required

• Provide staffing requirements, comments, and updates to the Head Chef as required

• Maintain a clean, organized, and well stocked kitchen

• Be friendly and outgoing with positive communication skills and patience

Employment perks:

• Access to outdoor recreation in one of the most beautiful regions in BC (including free rafting!)

• Steady 5-day on/2-day off work schedule

• Paid training and overtime

• Access to subsidized resort-based staff accommodation

• Access to the Kumsheen Resort facilities (including pool and hot tub!)

• Professional workplace and equipment

• Opportunity to grow your career in the outdoor industry

• Restaurant and retail discounts, family/friend rafting passes, family accommodation discounts, and more!

The successful applicant will possess the following:

• Previous commercial kitchen experience

• Supervisory experience preferred

• Receptive to feedback

• Able to work well individually and as part of a team

• Great interpersonal and communication skills

• Positive attitude and attention to detail

• Willing to work flexible work hours

• FOODSAFE Level 1 Certificate required (must be obtained before start date)

• Salary/Wage: $17.50/hr, plus tips & great perks!

We pride ourselves on our talented and enthusiastic team members. If you think you'd be a great addition to our team, we'd be delighted to hear from you!

Please submit your resume to employment@kumsheen.com with the position name in the subject line. 

Post Date: March 27, 2023 Deadline for Application: April 7, 2023