Ocean Explorer Sportfishing

Careers with Adventure West Resorts

Are you a people person who loves the outdoors, adventure and everything that makes British Columbia the best place to live? Do you take initiative and pride in everything you do? We are looking for people to join our family that possess a genuine interest in helping us grow to be the best Adventure Resort outfit in all of Canada.

We are now hiring staff for our 2009 season aboard the Ocean Explorer 1 (June to September) and invite qualified applicants to email/fax your resume for the following onboard positions.

Ocean Explorer Sportfishing Guides - saltwater (x4) Our saltwater fishing guides are responsible for ensuring that all our guests have a productive, entertaining and safe experience with Ocean Explorer Sportfishing • The Guide must be proficient with boat handling, fishing and fish processing skills, plus be an excellent communicator, and knowledgeable about the BC coastline • The Guide has the ultimate responsibility in guest service, providing personalized, one-on-one service to the guest in a close environment • The Guide must hold a current Canadian Coast Guard Pleasure Craft Operator Card.

Chef (x1) - Food is much more than a biological necessity. In the right hands, it's an art form meant to be savoured. This position is responsible for • Directing breakfast, lunch, appetizers, dinners and snacks • Supervision of all kitchen operations. This includes, but is not limited to, inventories, ordering, supervising staff, keeping the kitchen clean and sanitary in accordance with health code standards. • Reviewing of profiles for upcoming guests • Efficient and creative use of resources. Monitor food inventory in cooler, freezers, and dry storage to minimize food waste. • Adhere to all recycling programs set by the company • Kitchen, coolers and dining areas are maintained in a clean, sterile and orderly manner • Open kitchen concept requires friendly guest relations • Must have a neat and tidy appearance • Experience in gourmet food preparation • Appropriate degrees/certificates required • He/she must have a positive attitude, be pleasant to guests, able to get along well with other people and treat others with respect and consideration.

Desired assets for all positions: • Valid driver's license preferably with experience in driving standard vehicles • German or French language knowledge • First Aid Certificate • Serving It Right Certificate • A criminal record check will be mandatory

How to Apply

For all applicants please submit a cover letter outlining what role you would like to apply for, and detail why you think you will make a strong candidate for the position. To e-mail your resume/CV click here.

You can fax your resume by sending it to 604.513.0194 (Attention Human Resources) or email your resume to info@adventurewestresorts.com with "RESUME" listed in the subject bar.

A big Adventure West Resorts thanks goes out to all applicants!

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