Build your culinary career in one of Canada's most iconic mountain destinations.

The Mexican Corner is looking for an experienced and passionate Chef to lead our Back of House team in Whistler, BC.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a Chef who loves being in the kitchen, developing people, creating consistent high-quality food, and taking ownership of the operational and financial performance of their kitchen.

As our senior culinary leader, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, food quality, menu execution, food and labour costs, purchasing, inventory, food safety, and the development of your culinary team. You'll work closely with restaurant leadership while remaining actively involved in service and day-to-day kitchen operations.

Why Join Us?

Working in Whistler is about more than the job. We offer a benefits package designed to support both your career and your lifestyle:

- Excellent tips
- Lifestyle or Ski Pass
- Extended Health Benefits, including prescription drugs, dental and vision coverage
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Education Allowance to support continued professional development
- Staff meal and non-alcoholic beverage while on shift
- 40% employee discount across Infinity Enterprises Group food & beverage locations
- Partner discounts on hotels, retail, car rentals, entertainment and more through CFIB

What You'll Lead You'll have responsibility for the overall performance of the kitchen, including:
- Leading daily BOH operations and service
- Maintaining exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation
- Developing menus, recipes, specifications and recipe costing
- Managing food cost, labour, inventory, purchasing and waste
- Recruiting, training, coaching and developing the kitchen team
- Building a positive,



accountable and high-performing kitchen culture
- Managing supplier relationships and identifying purchasing opportunities
- Maintaining FoodSafe, sanitation, health and WorkSafeBC standards
- Working collaboratively with FOH and restaurant leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience

The position also carries meaningful financial accountability, including food-cost performance, menu profitability, inventory controls, purchasing and labour management.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a culinary leader who brings:
- 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience
- Previous experience as a Chef, Executive Sous Chef or equivalent culinary leadership role
- Experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
- Strong knowledge of food cost, inventory, purchasing and labour management
- Experience with menu development and recipe costing
- Strong coaching, communication and team-development skills
- FoodSafe Level 2 certification, or the ability to obtain it upon hire
- Culinary education is preferred but not required

These requirements align with the experience and qualifications established for the position.

About the Opportunity

This isn't a desk-based Chef position. We're looking for someone who wants to lead from the kitchen, develop their team and have a direct impact on the restaurant's performance.





If you're ready for your next culinary leadership chance and the chance to build your career while living and working in Whistler, BC we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $65,000.00-$72,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Housing allowance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Application question(s):
- When are you looking to start a new position?
- Do you have Work Authorization to legally work in Canada? (ie. Open Work Permit / Permanent Resident / Citizen)? Please note that we do not offer sponsorship at this time.
- Are you currently located in Whistler or the Sea-to-Sky region? If not, are you willing and able to relocate to Whistler for this position?
- If you are relocating to Whistler, have you begun researching housing options and are you comfortable securing your own accommodation?
- How many years of experience do you have as a Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or in an equivalent culinary leadership position?
- Do you have experience leading a high-volume, full-service restaurant kitchen?
- Do you have experience managing food cost, labour, inventory, purchasing and recipe costing?
- Why are you interested in working in Whistler?
- How long do you plan to stay in Whistler or work in this position?
- Do you have any upcoming or scheduled vacations?
- This role requires standing for long periods and working in a fast-paced environment. Are you comfortable with this?
- This is a full-time, hands-on leadership position requiring a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Are you able to meet these scheduling requirements?

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Chef (Whistler)
🏢 INFINITY ENTERPRISES
📍 Whistler