Temporary - Seasonal Sous Chef

The Arbutus Club has been a landmark in Vancouver since 1964. Today, we are a modern recreation complex with first class food and beverage services. Our vast range of facilities and programs, coupled with unparalleled service, have earned us a reputation as one of Canada’s finest premier Private Clubs.

The Arbutus Club is seeking an experienced and motivated Temporary Seasonal Sous Chef to support our annual Christmas lunch buffet, December 2–18, 2026, Monday to Friday.

This hands-on daytime role supports the preparation of hot and cold buffet dishes, carving roasted meats during lunch service, and daily teardown, cleaning, and organization for the following day.

Why Join the Club?

·      $32.00 per hour for this temporary seasonal position.

·      Monday to Friday, December 2–18, 2026, during daytime buffet operations.

·      Work with a fun, diversified team who are passionate about customer service

·      Be part of Canada’s leading private family Club!

Duties & Responsibilities

·         Prepare and present all hot and cold Christmas lunch buffet items to Club standards, including proper portions, temperatures, and food quality.

·         Set up the lunch buffet, monitor presentation and replenish dishes as needed during service.

·         Carve and serve roasted meats during buffet service, providing professional and courteous service to Members and Guests.

·         After service, dismantle the buffet, safely store and rotate food, clean and sanitize equipment and work areas, and reorganize production for the next day.

Requirements & Qualifications

·         Previous experience as a Sous Chef, senior cook, or similar role in a high-volume professional kitchen.

·         Experience preparing hot and cold buffet foods and confidence carving roasted meats.

·         Strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen.

·         Ability to stand for extended periods, work around kitchen heat, and maintain safe food-handling practices.

·         Valid FoodSafe or equivalent Food Handler certification required.

Please include your relevant experience and confirm availability for December 2–18, 2026.  

We thank all applicants for their interest in The Club. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please. Visit www.arbutusclub.com.www.arbutusclub.com