COOK

Job summary

The cook is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. They will also assist with kitchen organization, inventory management, and general sanitation duties to support daily service.

Job details

Cook Best Western Plus Valemount Inn & Suites | Valemount, BC Must Have Legal Status to Work in Canada Why Work for Us? (The real question is...WHY NOT?) GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US! At Vantage Hotels, we believe hospitality starts with our people. We are committed to creating a workplace where team members feel supported, respected, and empowered to grow. We work hard, help each other succeed, and take pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests. What We Offer Competitive wages plus tips Employee Friends & Family discounts at participating hotels across Canada Gym and pool access where available Restaurant discounts Lunch program at select locations Staff activities and team events Training and development opportunities Career growth within Vantage Hotels Flexible scheduling where operationally possible Employee recognition programs Work and live in a beautiful mountain community About the Role The Summit Grill at Best Western Plus Valemount is looking for a Cook who is passionate about food, enjoys working as part of a team, and takes pride in creating quality meals for guests. Whether you have previous kitchen experience or are eager to develop your culinary skills, we are looking for individuals who bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic, creativity, and a willingness to learn. We value team members who are open to new ideas and committed to delivering excellent hospitality. What You'll Do Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and quality standards Assist with food preparation for daily service Maintain proper food handling and food safety standards Support breakfast, lunch, and dinner service as required Assist with inventory organization and stock rotation Maintain a clean and organized kitchen Assist with dishwashing when required Support sanitation and cleaning procedures throughout the kitchen Assist with kitchen organization and storage areas Work collaboratively with fellow kitchen and restaurant team members Contribute ideas to improve efficiency, menu offerings, and guest satisfaction What You Will Bring Passion for cooking and hospitality Positive attitude and willingness to learn Creative mindset and openness to new ideas Strong teamwork skills Reliability and dependability Ability to multitask and stay organized Commitment to cleanliness and food safety Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays About Valemount Imagine finishing your shift and being minutes away from mountain adventures. Valemount offers an incredible lifestyle surrounded by the Rocky and Cariboo Mountains. Enjoy world-class snowmobiling, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, skiing, paddling, wildlife viewing, and endless outdoor recreation. Explore Mount Robson Provincial Park, paddle local lakes, bike some of British Columbia's most exciting trail networks, or simply enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery. Whether you're seeking adventure or a slower pace of life, Valemount offers the perfect balance of work and lifestyle. #BWV

What you’ll do

The cook is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. They will also assist with kitchen organization, inventory management, and general sanitation duties to support daily service.

Requirements

Candidates should possess a passion for cooking, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic. The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain flexibility regarding evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Benefits

• Competitive wages • Tips • Employee friends and family discounts • Gym and pool access • Restaurant discounts • Lunch program • Staff activities • Team events • Training and development opportunities • Career growth • Flexible scheduling

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Cooking · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food preparation
• Cooking
• Food safety
• Kitchen organization
• Inventory management
• Dishwashing
• Sanitation
• Teamwork
• Multitasking
• Time management
• Culinary skills
• Fast-paced environment management
• Positivity
• Willingness To Learn
• Strong Work Ethic
• Grilling
• Cleanliness
• Training And Development
• Creativity
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Food Preparation
• Restaurant Operation
• Stock Rotation
• Reliability

Job areas

• Hospitality
• Food & Beverage
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant