Kitchen Manager - Tapley's Neighbourhood Pub, Whistler, BC

Who We Are

At Gibbons Whistler, we’re all about Making People Happy. Since 1979, we have been the backbone of Whistler hospitality bringing people together through unforgettable experiences.

Everything we do is rooted in our core values: Encourage Trust, Have Fun, Show Kindness, Lead With Purpose, and Commit to Excellence.

The Opportunity

Join Tapley's Neighbourhood Pub as our Kitchen Manager and lead the heart of one of Whistler's favourite local pubs.

Tapley's is known for great pub food, cold drinks, live sports, and welcoming hospitality. We're looking for a hands-on kitchen leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong teams, maintaining high standards, and delivering consistently great food.

This is a working leadership role where you'll spend time leading from the line while overseeing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen. You'll partner closely with the venue leadership team to ensure smooth service, manage food costs and inventory, develop your team, and create an environment where both guests and team members enjoy coming back.

Wage and Perks of the Job

• $65,000–$75,000 annual salary based on experience and qualifications
• 50% off food & beverage at all Gibbons venues
• Adventure perks: 20% off The Adventure Group for you and your friends & family
• Accommodation discounts: 20% off at The Adara Hotel and Gibbons Life Condos
• Wellness perks: 20% off at The Spa at Whistler and a wellness benefit stipend
• Exclusive partner discounts at local Whistler businesses
• Flexible schedules and a supportive team culture
• Access to community events and staff appreciation nights
• Growth opportunities within one of Whistler's most dynamic hospitality groups
• Work steps from the mountains in one of Whistler's most iconic neighbourhood pubs
• Immersive work environment steps from the mountains – we take our core purpose of “Have Fun” very seriously.

What You Bring to the Table

• Minimum 2 years of professional kitchen experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, inventory, and cost control.
• A hands-on leadership style with a passion for coaching and developing kitchen teams.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with ordering, scheduling, food costing, and inventory management.
• Ability to maintain consistency, quality, and efficiency during busy service periods.

Your Days Will Look Like

• Lead daily kitchen operations and work alongside your team during prep and service.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop kitchen team members while fostering a positive and accountable culture.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and execution across every service.
• Manage inventory, ordering, food costs, waste reduction, and labour efficiency.
• Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen organization to the highest standards.
• Build prep schedules and ensure stations are set up for smooth, efficient service.
• Partner with the Business Leader and Front-of-House team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Support menu updates, seasonal features, and operational improvements that drive sales and profitability.
• Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements that strengthen food quality and consistency.
• Lead by example every shift, creating an environment built on teamwork, accountability, and pride in the product.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys developing teams, serving great pub food, and building a high-performing kitchen, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the team behind one of Whistler's favourite neighbourhood pubs.

At Gibbons Whistler, our core values—Encourage Trust, Have Fun, Show Kindness, Lead With Purpose, and Commitment to Excellence—guide everything we do. We believe that fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion is essential to living by these core values. We warmly welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in creating a workplace where kindness thrives and we make people happy!