Co-executive Chef

1 week ago

Campbell River, Canada FAWN BLUFF Full time

**Co-Executive Chef - Job Description**

**Summary**

Fawn Bluff Private Lodge is seeking an experienced chef with a strong background in remote location operations, a passion for wilderness, West Coast British Columbia cuisine, and a commitment to delivering intuitive, elevated, personalized hospitality. This role requires a versatile individual with hybrid experience across both culinary and management positions (minimum 5+ years), ideally supported by relevant certifications or outdoor/wilderness skill sets.

Located on the Pacific coast of British Columbia, Fawn Bluff is a private wilderness lodge dedicated to reconnecting people with nature through sincere, regenerative hospitality. Rooted in a long-standing relationship with the Homalco First Nation (Xwémalhkwu), the lodge is committed to honouring the land, protecting the ecosystem, and supporting meaningful community initiatives. Acquired in 2023 by David and Claire Tuchbant, the lodge operates on a 340-acre property accessible by a short seaplane flight from Vancouver and accommodates up to 12 adults and four children.

As part of a two-person Co-Executive Chef team, you will share leadership of the lodge’s culinary and kitchen operations. Responsibilities include all culinary execution for guests, staff, ownership, and contractors while upholding Fawn Bluff’s high standards. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, ordering, stock management, costing, staff leadership, and the ongoing development of a culinary program anchored in West Coast ingredients, BC seafood, and Canadian terroir.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum 5+ years in professional chef and/or culinary management roles
- Strong ability to operate systems within a remote lodge ecosystem
- Experience managing cooks, supply chains, ordering, and inventory
- Confidence in R&D, menu development, and collaborative culinary programming
- Respect for wilderness, nature, and sustainable practices
- Passion for excellence and elevated guest-centered hospitality
- Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
- Must reside on the West Coast of BC (or willingness to relocate)
- 21/10-days on-off rotation from April-October for 2026 season
- Food safety certification; Red Seal Journeyperson certification (or equivalent

**Assets**
- Experience in remote or wilderness lodges/resorts
- International culinary experience
- First Aid or other safety certifications
- Familiarity with West Coast wilderness activities
- Multi-lingual abilities
- Valid driver’s license

Pay: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Housing allowance
- On-site gym
- Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Campbell River, BC (V9W): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2026-01-06

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