Chef

*Creekbread Chef* *Creekbread | Whistler, BC* *Full-Time | Year-Round* Creekbread is looking for an experienced pizza chef and proven kitchen leader to take the lead in our busy, well-established wood-fired pizzeria in Whistler. We're looking for someone who genuinely knows pizza. From dough preparation and stretching through to high-volume service, and has the leadership experience to successfully manage, develop, and motivate a kitchen team. Reporting to the *Creekbread General Manager*, you'll take ownership of day-to-day kitchen operations, food quality, team development, food and labour costs, and overall kitchen performance. This is a hands-on leadership role: you'll lead from the line when it matters while building a positive, accountable kitchen culture and maintaining the standards Creekbread is known for. *What You'll Do* * Lead the day-to-day operations of the Creekbread kitchen * Work hands-on with the team during prep and service, including pizza production, cooking, and expediting * Ensure consistent execution of our pizza dough, recipes, preparation methods, and food standards * Lead, coach, train, and develop the kitchen team * Manage prep levels, production, ordering, inventory, food waste, and food costs * Develop schedules and manage kitchen labour in line with business volumes * Conduct line checks and ensure the kitchen is prepared for each service * Maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, cleanliness, food safety, and workplace safety * Work closely with the Creekbread General Manager to create a cohesive front- and back-of-house operation * Support menu development, features, tastings, and special events * Complete required kitchen administration, including payroll approvals, performance management, and operational reporting * Foster a kitchen culture built on teamwork, accountability, respect, and great service *What We Offer* * Competitive compensation based on experience * KPI-based incentive bonus tied to established performance objectives * Extended health and dental benefits for eligible employees * Wellness and lifestyle benefits for eligible employees * Whistler Blackcomb Spirit Pass financing for eligible employees * Staff meals and food & beverage discounts * Discounts across Nita Lake Lodge Resort & Spa * Professional development and leadership growth opportunities * Opportunities for continued growth within Nita Lake Lodge's Food & Beverage operations * The opportunity to live, work, and play in Whistler, BC *What You Bring* * Professional pizza-making experience is required, including dough preparation, stretching, and pizza production * Minimum 3 years of kitchen leadership experience is required, with demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing a team * Strong experience working in a busy, high-volume restaurant environment * Wood-fired pizza oven experience is strongly preferred * Strong understanding of food cost, inventory, waste, labour, and overall kitchen operations * FoodSafe Certification required; Red Seal certification or equivalent culinary training is considered an asset * Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills * Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs *If you're an experienced pizza professional and proven kitchen leader who's ready to take ownership of a busy Whistler restaurant operation, we'd love to hear from you.* Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $70,000.00-$75,000.00 per year Benefits: * Company events * Discounted or free food * Extended health care * On-site parking * Paid time off * Wellness program Application question(s): * Do you have secure housing in Whistler or the surrounding area for the next 12-months? * How long are you looking to stay in Whistler / remain in this position? * Please briefly describe any previous experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for. Experience: * Kitchen Leadership: 3 years (required) Licence/Certificat