LEAD COOK

We are hellbent on doing great work and living a great life while we’re at it.

Reliable jobs. Good pay. Damn good coffee. And plenty of daylight left to enjoy it all. Thats Kicking Horse Café. From lake days and trail adventures to powder turns and family time, we want you finishing your shift with energy to spare and time to make the most of life in the Columbia Valley.

YOU’LL LIKE IT HERE IF…

You want a stable job that fuels your big-mountain, small-town lifestyle.

You’re reliable, hands-on and take pride in doing things right.

You want to work somewhere people, not just output, matter.

You love food. Period.

You’ve got your crew’s back. You show up daily with respect and care for others.

You care about making an impact. Every single coffee bean is Fairtrade and organic, positively impacting farmers around the world.

Bottom line: work hard, live well, be a good kick in the ass for the world.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Great food doesnt happen by accident. Youll spend your days supporting the kitchen team,



working the line and helping keep things running smoothly from prep to service. Its quick-paced and hands-on; theres always something to jump into. As a Lead Cook, you can switch gears quickly, stay organized, and keep a cool head when things get busy. You lead by example, support the crew, and take pride in sending out great food, every time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train and onboard new team members across all kitchen stations.


• Teach food safety, kitchen systems, and best practices.


• Support ordering, inventory, scheduling, and prep planning.


• Help maintain kitchen processes, procedures, and training resources.


• Keep communication clear and organized across shifts.


• Lead the team during shifts and support day-to-day operations.


• Coach, develop, and support team members.


• Assist with menu development, testing, and improvements.


• Complete prep, quality checks, and food safety tasks.


• Manage inventory and help minimize waste.