Burns Lake, Bc Food & Jobs – 52 Openings This Week

Lead Cook
Key-oh Business Development Corporation —Burns Lake, BC
- $24–$28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Flexible schedule
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7d
Second Cook Pastry - Relocation to Whistler, BC
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts —British Columbia
- $23.85–$28.90 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Store discount
- Dental care
6d
Food & Beverage Manager ( Relocate to Port Hardy, B.C)
Kwalilas Hotel —British Columbia
- $68,000–$74,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Bar
- Microsoft Excel
- Wellness program
Quick apply
Roofer
Parker Johnston Industries —British Columbia
- From $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- High school diploma or GED
- Construction experience
- Disability insurance
- Relocation assistance
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Manager, Management Operating System Design
Teck —British Columbia
- $138,000–$170,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Engineering
- System design
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
District Manager
Pet Valu —British Columbia
- $80,000–$90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Merchandising
- Dental care
Production Supervisor
Happy Planet Foods —British Columbia
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Server - Relocate to Port Hardy, BC (3 months of accommodation provided)
Kwa'lilas Hotel —British Columbia
- $20–$23 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Bar
- Customer service
- Wellness program
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Architectural Sheet Metal Worker
Parker Johnston Industries —British Columbia
- $35–$40 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Pharmacist
Save-On-Foods —British Columbia
- $48–$78 an hour
Architectural Sheet Metal Worker
Parker Johnston Industries —British Columbia
- $35–$40 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- English
- Construction experience
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply
Front desk/Night Auditor - Relocate to Port Hardy, B.C.
Kwa'lilas Hotel —British Columbia
- $20–$23 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Wellness program
- Relocation assistance
Quick apply
9d
Sous Chef (Remote Lodge - year around)
Bell2 Lodge / Last Frontier Heliskiing —British Columbia
- From $270 a day
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Cooking
- First Aid Certification
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Camp Cook (Casual ) - Relocate to Port Hardy, BC
Kwa'lilas Hotel —British Columbia
- $300 a day
- Part-time
- Inventory management
- Cooking
- English
- Wellness program
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10d
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Best Western Plus Valemount Inn and Suites —British Columbia
- $20–$22 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
Quick apply
3d
Dishwasher - Relocation to Whistler, BC
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts —British Columbia
- $21.65–$28.15 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- In-person
- Store discount
- Dental care
12h
General Manager, Echo Bay Marina & Lodge
Echo Bay Marina & Lodge —British Columbia
- Up to $96,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
- Construction experience
Housekeeping Room Attendant ( Located in Valemount, BC)
Best Western Plus Valemount Inn and Suites —British Columbia
- $19–$21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Heavy lifting
- Hotel
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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3d
Relief Pharmacist (BC-Wide)
Save-On-Foods —British Columbia
- $48–$78 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Travel
Second Cook - Relocation to Whistler, BC
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts —British Columbia
- $23.85–$28.90 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- Store discount
- Dental care
12h

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Lead Cook

Key-oh Business Development Corporation
Burns Lake, BC

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
$24–$28 an hour
7 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Hospitality
Computer operation
Red Seal
Microsoft Excel
Heavy lifting
FoodSafe
Food Handler Certification
Cooking
Supervising experience
Computer skills
Restaurant experience
Communication skills
Hotel experience
Kitchen experience

Full job description

The Lead Cook is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations during assigned shifts. This role ensures food quality, proper ordering and inventory control, cost management, kitchen cleanliness, and adherence to health and safety standards.

The Lead Cook sets the standard for professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and efficiency while supporting cooks and kitchen staff to deliver consistent service for restaurant, pub, catering, and event operations. The Lead Cook maintains a professional, respectful, and drama-free kitchen culture at all times.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Kitchen Leadership & Shift Oversight

● Acts as shift lead with operational authority over kitchen workflow, ticket prioritization, prep assignments, and food quality standards

● Directs daily prep lists and manages service flow.

● Assigns tasks to cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers.

● Ensures smooth coordination between kitchen and front-of-house.

● Maintains composure and leadership in high-volume periods.

● Maintains professional kitchen culture and team standards.

● Addresses performance or conduct issues immediately and escalates to management when required.

● Adjusts kitchen staffing during slow periods by reassigning duties or sending staff home, with notification to management.

● Provides input to management regarding kitchen staffing requirements, scheduling needs, and labour planning.

● Leads food production for banquets, catering functions, and special events as assigned.

2. Ordering, Inventory & Cost Control

● Independently places food and supply orders within approved budgets and purchasing procedures.

● Monitors stock levels to prevent shortages or over-ordering.

● Ensures proper receiving, labeling, dating, and rotation (FIFO).

● Tracks high-cost items and reports variances or concerns.

● Participates in weekly and monthly inventory counts.

● Monitors daily prep levels to reduce waste.

● Tracks yield and portion control to maintain food cost targets.

● Identifies opportunities for cost control and operational efficiency.

● Communicates low inventory and purchasing needs to management.

● Assists in maintaining wage and food cost targets.

● Investigates inventory discrepancies and reports suspected theft, waste, or misuse of company property.

3. Food Quality, Systems & Menu Execution

● Ensures all food meets brand standards for quality, portion, and presentation.

● Maintains consistency in recipes and plating standards.

● Follows standardized recipe binders and updates as directed.

● Maintains accurate prep sheets and production records.

● Collaborates with the Culinary Manager in the planning, costing, preparation, and execution of catering and event menus, including recipe scaling, production scheduling, and resource coordination.

● Adjusts prep quantities based on business demand.

● Ensures safe food handling practices at all times.

● Experience using TouchBistro POS system (preferred).

4. Cleanliness & Health & Safety

● Ensures kitchen cleanliness throughout shift — not just at closing.

● Oversees sanitation of all work surfaces and equipment.

● Completes temperature logs and cleaning logs as required.

● Maintains required food storage temperatures:

○ Refrigeration: 4°C (40°F)

○ Freezer: -18°C (0°F)

○ Hot holding: 60°C (140°F) minimum

○ Reheat to 74°C (165°F)

● Takes ownership of HACCP documentation accuracy and ensures corrective actions are addressed promptly.

● Ensures knives and equipment are stored safely.

● Reports maintenance issues immediately.

● Supports WorkSafeBC compliance and internal safety standards.

5. Team Development & Accountability

● Coaches cooks and kitchen staff.

● Reinforces standards and corrects issues respectfully and promptly.

● Supports onboarding and training of new hires.

● Models strong attendance, reliability, and work ethic.

● Promotes a respectful and professional workplace culture.

Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

● Minimum 3 years’ experience in high-volume à la carte cooking.

● Minimum 1 year supervisory or lead kitchen experience.

● Experience with inventory and ordering.

● Valid FoodSafe Certificate (required).

● Red Seal or equivalent experience (preferred).

● Experience in hotel, restaurant, pub, or catering environment (preferred).

● Basic computer proficiency required, including email, digital ordering systems (e.g., Gordon Food Service), and familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word.

● Strong organizational and communication skills.

● Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

● Other duties as assigned.

Comments:

● Fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

● Exposure to heat, humidity, steam, and kitchen equipment.

● Standing for extended periods.

● Lifting and moving supplies and food items.

● Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

● Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods.

Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress
Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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