Cook Where the Land Meets the Sea

Welcome to Sooke Harbour House, one of Vancouver Island’s most iconic and celebrated culinary destinations. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, our kitchen is just steps away from some of the richest ecosystems on the coast—providing inspiration from the ocean, forests, gardens, and local farms that surround us. This isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to cook in a place with a strong culinary history and an exciting future. We’re looking for an experienced, passionate, and detail-oriented Cook I to join our kitchen brigade and help deliver memorable, seasonal cuisine that reflects Vancouver Island.

About Us

At Sooke Harbour House, food is central to who we are. Our culinary approach is rooted in seasonality, quality ingredients, and a genuine connection to Vancouver Island and the surrounding region. As a Cook I, you’ll be an experienced and dependable member of our brigade. You’ll be trusted to take ownership of your station, maintain strong preparation and organization, consistently execute our menu standards, and support the culinary leadership team in creating a professional and collaborative kitchen.

This is an opportunity to be part of a tight-knit, professionally run kitchen, working alongside experienced chefs and a front-of-house team equally committed to quality and hospitality.

What You’ll Do

- Execute menu items to specification with consistency, care, and attention to presentation
- Confidently manage and take ownership of an assigned station during service
- Maintain strong prep and mise en place to support an organized and efficient kitchen




- Work ahead on preparation and communicate proactively about product levels and upcoming needs
- Maintain high standards for food quality, portioning, presentation, and consistency
- Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, rotation, sanitation, and Food Safe practices
- Complete opening and closing responsibilities and ensure your station is properly prepared for the next service
- Work closely with the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and culinary team on daily priorities
- Support and provide guidance to junior members of the culinary team when required
- Minimize waste and handle ingredients and equipment responsibly
- Communicate clearly during preparation and service
- Contribute ideas, give and receive feedback, and continue developing your culinary skills
- Bring professionalism, accountability, and a positive attitude to the kitchen each day

What You Bring

- At least 2–3 years of professional kitchen experience, ideally within a quality-driven restaurant or hotel environment
- Experience independently managing a station during service
- Strong understanding of fundamental cooking techniques and kitchen best practices
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to maintain consistency and attention to detail during busy services




- Passion for seasonal ingredients and ingredient-driven cooking
- Positive, proactive attitude and ability to work collaboratively within a brigade
- Dependability and a willingness to take ownership of your responsibilities
- Food Safe certification, or willingness to obtain it before starting

Why This Job Rocks

- Unbeatable location — Cook steps away from the ocean with Vancouver Island’s natural beauty surrounding you
- Small team, big impact — Your contribution matters, and you’ll have an opportunity to play an active role in the continued evolution of our kitchen
- Professional growth — Learn from experienced culinary leadership and continue building your skills within the brigade
- Ingredient-driven cooking — Work with seasonal ingredients and a menu inspired by Vancouver Island and the coast
- Robust pay + tip-out — Competitive compensation in a kitchen that respects your time, experience, and contribution

Come Cook on the Edge of the World

Sooke Harbour House is more than a place to work—it’s a place to learn, contribute, and cook with purpose. As a Cook I, you’ll be trusted to take ownership of your station, care about the details, support the people around you, and contribute to the high standards we are continuing to build within our culinary program.

Whether you're executing a busy dinner service or preparing ingredients for the days ahead, you'll be part of a team committed to creating something rooted, memorable, and distinctly Vancouver Island.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the team.

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