Experienced Cook/Driver Wanted

Sa, 09/01/2007 - 16:23 – dd1079

for organized bicycle camping tours with German speaking tourists. THIS POSITION IS FILLED.

Season:
May 11 to October 11, 2008; 6 trips of 17days duration each.

Location:
Silverton / Castlegar via abandoned Kettle Valley Railway line to Hope, BC.

Groups:
7 to 16 cyclists, all adults.

Cook/Driver:
will operate support vehicle, purchase food, access groups at noon and in evening and provide breakfast, lunch and dinner and prepare snacks for riders.

Expectations of candidate:

  • Responsible operator of 16-passenger mini bus / trailer with sufficient driving experience and clean driving record;
  • class 4 drivers license and current driver's abstract required;
  • sufficient experience as a cook;
  • ability to cook variety of nutritious and delicious meals for an endurance cycling group in camping setting;
  • responsible handling of food and equipment, i.e. completion of foodsafe program;
  • good organizational and budgeting skills;
  • good communication skills;
  • ability to be flexible and adaptable to the group's needs;
  • ability to cope with stressful situations;
  • to be a reliable and honest team member with work commitment for the entire season;
  • enjoying the job, i.e. meeting a diverse group of people, camping, outdoors, travelling;
  • current first aid certificate - CPR.

      • Assets (not required):

      german knowledge
      camping experience/endurance sport experience
      mechanical skills

      We request:

      Resume, references, demonstrated skills and attitude.

      We offer:

      A unique experience, fair working conditions, decent wage.