About the Company

Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing is a family‑owned business that thrives in a natural environment promoting safe practices and good health. We offer highly competitive wages, subsidized housing and food services, and opportunities for advancement in all departments.

Position: Assistant Pastry Chef

Location: Main Lodge Kitchen, Blue River, BC

Type: 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 creative, passionate about their craft, and a self‑starter who displays initiative and curiosity.

Responsibilities

- Produce breads, doughs, ice cream, pastries, and chocolate/sugar work.
- Assist Pastry Chef with dessert buffet items and plated desserts.
- Conduct continual research, testing, and development of current 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.

Qualifications

- Completion of a recognized culinary program.
- Previous experience in both luxury hotel and restaurant environments is 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, sense of urgency and good grooming standards.

Benefits of Employment

- End‑of‑season bonus
- Gratuities
- Subsidized staff accommodation in private or shared residence
- Fitness center
- Family and friends’ discounts
- In‑house training and development programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- 30% off retail items in our specialized boutique
- Staff meal plan
- Discounted rates at various hotels in Kamloops, Jasper, and Vernon
- Staff rate for on‑site massage therapy
- Opportunities to helicopter ski
- Ski passes to Marmot Basin in Jasper, AB
- World renowned IKON/AMC ski pass (conditions apply)
- Guaranteed adventure

Working Conditions

- This position will spend 100% of the time standing.
- Exposure to cold, heat and hot water and high temperatures in 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

$24.00 per hour

We are actively recruiting throughout the season. If this posting is live, we are currently accepting applications.

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📌 Assistant Pastry Chef (Winter 2026-2027) (Blue River)
🏢 Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing
📍 Blue River