Job Description

Job Description

Seasonal (Seasonal)

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.

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

World Renowned IKON/AMC Ski Pass (conditions apply)

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!

Position: Assistant Pastry Chef

Location: Blue River, BC

Type: Main Lodge Kitchen. Seasonal, Full-Time

Reports to: Executive Chef, Pastry Chef

Overview:

The Assistant Pastry Chef will aid the Pastry Chef in all preparations of baked goods and desserts. This role is best suited for someone who is not only creative and passionate about their craft, but a self-starter who displays initiative and a curiosity

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for producing breads, doughs, ice cream, pastries, chocolate/sugar work.
• Assist Pastry Chef with dessert buffet items and plated desserts.
• Continual research, testing, and development of new recipes.
• Produce and maintain consistent standards of food quality.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the kitchen, work area and equipment.
• Ensure appropriate safe food handling procedures are in place and followed.
• Work in conjunction with Pastry Chef and Baker to plan and execute recipes and dishes consistently throughout the week.
• Communicate all problems and suggestions to your supervisor.
• Maintain absolute professionalism when on shift, company property and when in the presence of guests.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner within company guidelines.
• May be called upon to perform other duties not listed, but within the position's scope

The accountabilities listed above are provided as examples of area of responsibility and are not intended to create limits to responsibility but to help understand the scope of the position. All staff are expected to be team oriented and maintain confidentiality of all information gained while working with the company.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Completion of a recognized culinary program.
• Previous experience in both luxury hotel and restaurant environment an asset.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently unsupervised with sound decision making skills, in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.
• Advanced knowledge of traditional and modern pastry techniques.
• Strong knowledge of Chocolate work, restaurant dessert and design.
• Ability to listen and follow direction to exact specifications outlined by Pastry Chef
• 2+ years' experience in a similar position.
• Food Safe Certification and WHMIS 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.
• Willing to work a variety of day and weekend shifts.
• Attributes include an energetic personality, punctuality, self-starter, a sense of urgency and good grooming standards.

Working Conditions :

• This position will spend 100% of the time standing.
• Exposure to cold, heat and hot water and high temperatures a kitchen environment.
• Must be able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion, and up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Manual dexterity is required to use knives and kitchen appliances.

Compensation: $23.20 per hour, plus auto gratuities, season completion bonus $1 per hour

**To be considered for this position, candidates must have a valid work permit for Canada. At this time, we are unable to sponsor work permits or immigration applications for new applicants.**

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Seasonal work, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift,

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