Job Listings for Port Alberni

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to demonstrate the willingness and initiative to jump in and help in all areas of the kitchen from dishes to prep and helping on the line.
• Must be able to work weekends, mornings, evenings and holidays.
• Experience is a must
• Positive team oriented mentality. 

Fish & Duck Sproat Lake Resort, This well-established Pub lies on the shoreline of the Award winning Sproat Lake at the heart of Vancouver Island. This 50-year establishment has come under new ownership and has undergone a complete renovation in 2020, including a new kitchen. Our flare pub-style food keeps people coming back!

Line Cook Role Summary

Reporting to the leadership team, this position is responsible for playing a large part in the actual production of each meal. This role assists the Cook in all areas of the kitchen, including food production, standards, and kitchen sanitation.

Accountabilities

• Organize and prepare
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to the recipe to prepare salads, gravies, sauces, and entrees
• Prepares meat, fish, vegetables, and other foods for roasting, broiling, grilling, braising, sautéing, and steaming
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
• Follows proper plating presentation and garnish setup for all dishes
• Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning, and marinating
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area, including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, convection oven, flat top range, and refrigeration equipment
• Assists with cutting, precooking, and marinating during off-peak periods as needed
• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
• Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
• Serve menu items compliant with established standards
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
• Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare the menu for service
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
• Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Culinary education and training
• Certifications as required to comply with local Health codes
• 1-2 years of culinary experience in food service or hospitality industry

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in hot, humid, cold environments
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Required to move, lift, carry, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, and pulling
• Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces
• Move up and down a ladder
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Port Alberni, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification:

• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (preferred)

Valid Driver's license

Good health

Strong work ethic

TCP ticket needed

Answer phones, dispatch calls, handle basic office paperwork. Training will be provided.

Westwind Pub is looking for a Line Cook to join their team! 

This is a part-time to full-time position, the successful candidate must be available to work evenings and weekends.

We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Breakfast and Lunch Line Cook to join our kitchen team. This is a Thursday to Monday position, with daytime shifts beginning early in the day. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and executing our breakfast and lunch service with consistency, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook breakfast and lunch items on the line according to established recipes and standards
• Ensure quality, presentation, and timely delivery of all dishes
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Assist with prep and other back-of-house duties as needed

Requirements:

• Previous line cooking experience required
• Prior experience with breakfast service is a strong asset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Available for early morning shifts

What We Offer:

• Competitive wage
• Share of gratuities
• Supportive and professional kitchen environment
• Opportunity to be part of a well-established and respected team

If you’re passionate about food and committed to delivering quality service, we’d love to hear from you.

Looking for an Experienced Driller/Blaster. All work is close to home (Vancouver Island) and year round, 5 days a week and 10 hours a day. Newer equipment and great working atmosphere. 

Cleaning duties of all kinds. 

Wage increase on good performance and capability.

Must get along with others and be able to work in a group or solo.

The Program

Taproot Community Support Services (formerly WJS Canada) works to improve the lives of persons in their communities through a variety of programs and services.

Taproot in Port Alberni provides individualized 24-hour support for children/youth and adults with a variety of specialized and/or complex needs.

In our passion to improve lives and develop life skills, we encourage inclusion and participation through community, life skill coaching, career development and family supports.

Our Services include:

• Supporting youth in recovering from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and overcoming other adversity by providing them trauma informed care within resource homes.

• Community-based supports for adults with diverse abilities.

• Home-based supports for adults with diverse abilities.

• Home Share programs for adults with diverse abilities.

• Life skills development supports for both youth transitioning to adult services as well as adults with diverse abilities.

• Outreach supports for youth and adults that are supported with life skills, self-help skills, employment, and more.

The Position

The Overnight Awake staff provide care and support services to children/youth and adults with a variety of specialized/complex needs that may be recovering from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and overcoming other adversity by providing them trauma informed care within 24 hour staffed resource homes.

In our passion to improve lives and develop life skills, the Live-In Worker encourages inclusion and participation through community, life skill coaching, career development and family supports.

In Your Role You Will

•Assist Person served with the activities of daily living involving their personal and health care, behavioural, nutritional, recreational, social, vocational, educational, cultural and environmental needs as identified in their person-centered plans (PCP) while keeping trauma informed care at the forefront of support.

•Work in collaboration with MCFD, CLBC, VIHA, Mental Health Services, Community Supports, Outreach Teams, Harm Reduction Workers, Cultural Supports, Knowledge Keepers, Schools, Behavior Consultants, stakeholders and partners.

•Demonstrate a high degree of tolerance and respect for a supported individual's unique personality and challenges, while promoting one's dignity and rights

•To support and promote a friendly and effective working relationship with support individual, family and team members.

•Apply crisis intervention and risk management strategies.

•Assists with case management documentation by identifying strengths and potential challenges; contributes to the evaluation of the individual’s progress and prepares reports.

•Organize household tasks (meal planning, food purchasing and preparation, house cleaning, basic maintenance)

•Implement individuals' daily schedule, including transporting individuals to and from appointments, school, monitoring progress and supporting at-home learning

•Administer medications as per policy

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as required

***Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• Experience working with youth or adults with complex behaviors

• Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Work, Human Services, Education, Sociology or Psychology

• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience, may also be considered.

• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with clean driver’s abstract

• Reliable, safe vehicle with appropriate insurance for transporting individuals

• Experience with trauma informed practices

• Strong conflict resolution, mediation and crisis prevention and intervention techniques.

• Current WCB Occupational First Aid, Level 1, CPR and MANDT certificates required.

• Non-Violent Physical Crisis Intervention Certificate considered an asset.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

•  Work/life balance

•  Learning and career development opportunities

•  Competitive wages and salaries

•  Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees

•  Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia

•  Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta

•  Professional development opportunities and job-related training

•  Employee and Family Assistance Program

•  Long Service Milestone rewards

•  Employee referral bonus program

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer

Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.

We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

• Must have own car and must know the city streets

Preparation of food items for cooking pizzas, dishwashing, and related cleaning.

Chrysler dealer in Port Alberni seeking Journeyman Automotive Technician...

Requirements:

• Must possess a provincially recognized Journeyman Automotive Mechanic Certificate.
• Red Seal Certification.
• Completion of a related post-secondary program and or training courses Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Efficient problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and work ethic.
• Ability to meet physical demands such as heavy lifting, standing for long periods of time and using to use power and hand-held equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving history.

Responsibilities:

• Perform work specified on maintenance and repair work orders with efficiency and in accordance with dealership standards.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, braking, air condition etc.
• Continuously learn new technical information and techniques In formal training sessions In order to stay abreast with rapidly changing technology.

We offer competitive wages as well as benefits after 90 days.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Must be able to bartend and serve functions
• Must have Serving it Right
• Taking customer orders and serving food and beverages
• Ensuring tables are set and properly prepared for guests
• Handling financial transactions and processing payments
• Staying attentive to the needs of guests in the dining area
• Ensuring the food order is made correctly by kitchen staff and and looks presentable for guests
• Following health code standards when handling food
• May assist in the training of new staff
• Preforming shift preparation duties like rolling silverware, pre-bussing tables, wiping tables, ensuring floors are clean, and cleaning as needed
• Be able to follow our guidelines and protocol

Hours: On call/casual

Are you looking to work in the security industry with a dedicated, Vancouver Island owned and operated team?  Footprints Security is unique.  We only serve Vancouver Island communities (plus Powell River) and pride ourselves on being a family-run business that serves the communities in which we live.

* Must have flexible availability for a variety of shifts - some include overnights

What do we offer?

• $19.00/hour
• Healthy work-life balance
• Flexible schedules
• Extended health and dental plan
• Employees recognition programs and events
• Opportunities for advancement
• Local and engaged management
• Industry training
• A commitment to helping our employees succeed

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Either possess or be able to obtain a BC Security Workers Licence (Ask us!)
• Valid driver's licence and own vehicle preferred
• Must have flexible availability for a variety of shifts - some include overnights
• The ability to interact with people in a compassionate and respectful manner
• A calm demeanor and sound decision-making skills
• Strong observation skills and ability to complete high-quality reports
• Ability to use computers and smartphones with ease
• Physically fit with the ability to stand and walk patrols, climb stairs, etc.
• Ability to follow security procedures set by our clients and Footprints Security
• Must be proficient in the English language (verbal & written)
• Willingness to travel to Parksville and Qualicum for shifts in those communities on occasion is an asset

Static Security Guard - General Responsibilities

• Provide a security presence in various settings (Offices, Malls, Parks, Events, etc...)
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients and the public
• Ensure client property and personnel are safe and secure
• Conduct foot patrols, including standing and walking and security inspections for assigned facilities
• Interact with a wide range of people in varied environments
• Compassionately and respectfully enforce private property laws
• Observe, record, and report activities and security incidents while on shift

How to Apply: Please visit our website here: https://footprints.bamboohr.com/careers/115

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Youth Employment Program. Assist our Administration Team with clerical duties. Awesome summer opportunity ideal for a high school student looking to explore work with the BC Public Service. 

To find out more click the link below! 
https://avemployment.ca/sites/default/files/Job%20Profile%20Youth%20Employ%20Prog%201%20%20123651_0.pdf

Local resident needing 2 workers to help remove a flat roof. 

Accommodation cleaning: bed making, bathroom and kitchen cleaning, laundry, vacuuming, mopping and windows etc.

Hertel Meats Ltd. has several Meat Processing/Packaging positions open immediately in the plant.

Meat packaging/processing includes: Fresh, Sausages & Smoked Meats

• Training will be provided
• Work Environment: 35 to 40 degrees F OR 0 to 4 degrees C
• Great benefit plan and team work environment

Located on the traditional territories of the Hupacasath and Tseshaht First Nations, the Port Alberni Shelter Society (PASS) is a registered Canadian charity that is committed to providing housing, food, clothing, recovery options and employment opportunities to individuals experiencing homelessness.

We currently have an opening for a casual on-call Kitchen cook position. The successful candidate must be able to work all shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Job Title: Cook

Reports to: Shelter Kitchen Manager

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Benchmark: Cook 1

Rating for Grid level/point value: Grid level 9

Wage: ($25.55/hr) as per the current collective agreement

Job Summary:

 This is a unionized casual position open to all. A Cook at our home on eighth is responsible for the prepping and preparing of 3 meals a day plus snack. We run two shifts. A morning shift which serves breakfast and lunch and an afternoon shift which serves dinner and snack.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meal prep
• Cooking/serving
• Cleaning
• interacting with clients

Location: Sproat Lake Landing Resort

Join the Sproat Lake Landing team! We’re currently hiring for a Casual/Part-Time Housekeeper to start, with the potential for increased hours throughout the summer.

Position Details:

• Day shifts starting at 9:00 AM; end times vary
• Shifts will primarily be Saturdays and Sundays, when occupancy requires a second housekeeper
• Must be available to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Wage: $18/hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Full cleaning of hotel rooms after guest departures
• Laundry duties
• General cleaning tasks throughout the property as needed

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Hospitality cleaning experience is an asset, but we are willing to train
• Good time management skills
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable taking direction and working under supervision
• Physically fit – must be able to bend, lift, and move with ease
• Friendly and professional with guests
• Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and tasks