Gostlin Keefer Lake Lodge is looking for a talented a head chef!

Job Summary 
We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced culinary expert who thrives in a dynamic, fast paced environment.

• Position Overview: As a seasoned professional with leadership experience in dining establishments, your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of crucial aspects, including:
• Innovative Menu Creation: Craft exceptional and innovative menus that resonate with our clientele, showcasing a commitment to flavor, innovation, and budget considerations.
• Kitchen Management: Oversee all facets of kitchen management, including budget and inventory management, SOP creation, and routine prep oversight and development.
• Team Building and Training: Foster a collaborative and high-performing kitchen team through effective leadership, training, and team-building initiatives.
• Regulatory and Licensing Oversight: Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and licensing standards, demonstrating a meticulous approach to food safety planning.
• Customer Focus: Exceed customer expectations through a customer-focused approach, creating memorable dining experiences.

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Minimum 2+ years experience in a leadership role in high-end/fine dining establishments
• Foodsafe Leve 1 minimum requirement
• Excellent menu development and planning skills
• Passion for sourcing local produce and creating menus that reflect our commitment to quality and sustainability.
• High attention to detail, excellent organization, and forward planning skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and management skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• A collaborative team player with proactive problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring effective coordination with lodge management and co-workers.
• A love for the outdoors and snow sports is considered a valuable asset.

If this position sounds like it fits your skillset and experience we would love to hear from you!

Please send us a detailed resume complete with references and a cover letter that describes you, your experience, and your passion for food.

Applicants should send their resume and covering letter to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Keefer is looking for an experienced Property Manager to come manage their beautiful off-grid property!

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as the Property Manager. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Property Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management, maintenance, and ongoing development of our backcountry resort and managing the property team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, be a strong leader, and have a passion for providing exceptional customer service.

Being completely off-grid a key responsibility for the Property Manager is managing and maintaining our off-grid power infrastructure systems which include: fuel powered generator systems, solar power, battery banks, and glycol heating systems.

This is a dynamic role the requires an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has excellent problem-solving skills, and is physically fit and able to carry out all tasks on property.

As a small family-owned business, staff and managers alike are expected to be enthusiastic team players and be prepared and willing to take on any task required to achieve the goals of the operation, which is to create truly unforgettable and outstanding guest experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of onsite facilities
• Conduct regular inspections of the property to create and implement ongoing maintenance progammes and task lists
• Oversee the daily, monthly and annual maintenance programmes
• Manage WHIMIS documents and safety training
• Manage staff daily and weekly tasks, provide strong leadership, and conduct training
• Write and manage staff schedules in accordance with employment standards and business requirements
• Manage and coordinate maintenance and repairs with vendors and contractors
• Ensure safe operating procedures are carried out in the yard at all times
• Prepare property for events:
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure an excellent guest experience

Requirements:

• Maintenance experience in a commercial or hotel environment essential
• Electrical, plumbing and/or carpentry training an asset
• Experience with off-grid power systems an asset
• Strong leadership skills
• Experienced heavy duty equipment handler
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Excellent organization skills, with great attention to detail
• Experience managing a preventative property maintenance programs an asset
• Competent using all Microsoft Office software including: Teams, Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• First Aid Certification an asset

Key Attributes

• Team player, with a willingness to jump in and help with any aspect of operations as needed
• Exemplary guest service skills, always looking to understand guest needs and go above and beyond to create the ultimate guest experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other management to ensure the success of the entire business
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits:

• No cost on-site shared staff accommodations during shift rotations
• Flexible shift on/off rotation
• 3 complimentary meals/day while on shift
• Gratuities program
• Staff discounts
• Staff appreciation/recognition events
• Participate in resort activities such as swimming, fishing, paddling, disk golf
• Build connections with a fun and diverse team

Terms of Employment:

• Must have reliable transportation to travel to and from the lodge
• Must be willing and able to live and work onsite during work shift rotations
• Flexible and willing to work a diverse schedule (including weekends) to accommodate the business needs
• Physically able to perform tasks that may require heavy lifting, prolonged standing, and moving which are necessary to perform the job duties
• Fluent in English
• Legally able to work in Canada

Salary and Shifts:

We offer competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

• Starting rate $27, dependent on experience.
• Shift Rotation - Varied according to business needs

Location:

Due to our remote, but breath-taking wilderness location of our lodge, staff must live on-site during their working shift rotations. 

If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role in property management, we encourage you to apply.

Applicants should send their resume and covering letters to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Gostlin Keefer Lake Lodge is seeking an Event Coordinator / Guest Relations assistant to join the team. You would be responsible for developing, managing and assisting in year-round guest related events hosted at GKLL. This role requires a detail-oriented person who is willing and able to manage an event from start to finish and communicate with the facilitators, GKLL staff and guests.

Benefits/Perks:

• Free on-site shared staff accommodations during shift rotations
• Complimentary meals while on shift
• Gratuities program
• Staff discounts
• Staff appreciation/recognition events
• Participate in resort activities such as biking, hiking, paddling, disk golf and axe throwing
• Build connections with a fun and diverse team

Skills:

• Interested in planning and executing weddings, wellness retreats, adventure tourism events, festivals, corporate retreats and more
• Assumes the role of the main point of contact between event facilitators and all GKLL departments on certain events, both in terms of pre-planning and on-site event co-ordination.
• Works directly with clients on proposals, contracts, planning, set‐up, décor, cost & billing details and other requirements pertinent to their program
• Promote GKLL as a premier destination for clients and vendors
• Create and maintain a database of potential clients
• Participate in weekly operations and events meetings with internal departments
• Willingness to jump in and help with any aspect of operations when needed
• Strong leadership ability with effective communication skills to relay concise direction Event Coordinator / Guest Relations Assistant (Full-time)
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining physical stamina, a positive mental attitude and the ability to communicate effectively with guests, management, employees and outside contact
• Work with marketing team to develop and coordinate marketing goals, strategies and content
• Assist in website updates when needed
• Create marketing content i.e. assist in social posts, copy writing, digital ads etc…
• Willingness to jump in and help with any aspect of operations when needed

Qualifications:

• Event Management, Marketing Management, Communications or Hospitality certificate/diploma
• 3-5 years’ experience in Event Management an asset.
• Hospitality and/or adventure tourism experience an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Word, and Excel
• Must have reliable transportation to travel to and from the lodge. Accommodations will be provided on shift should you choose to stay.
• Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing and moving necessary to perform job duties
• Open to working a diverse schedule to accommodate the event schedule
• Ability to communicate fluently in English
• Legally able to work in Canada

Salary & Shifts:

• $22.50-$26/hour plus gratuities, accommodations and meals whilst on shift
• Variety of mornings, days, evenings, weekends and holidays

Applicants should send resumes and covering letters to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.