Buffet jobs in Abbotsford, BC

About Otter Trail Winery

Nestled in the heart of Langley, Otter Trail Winery offers a refined yet approachable farm-to-table dining experience rooted in local ingredients. We pride ourselves on delivering elevated cuisine that complements our wines, creating memorable guest experiences in a beautiful vineyard setting.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented and hands-on Executive Chef to lead our culinary program. This role is ideal for a creative leader who is passionate about seasonal cuisine, wine pairing, and building a strong, motivated kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations with a focus on quality, consistency, and efficiency
• Develop and execute seasonal, wine-driven menus using local and sustainable ingredients
• Collaborate closely with winery leadership on food and wine pairings, events, and experiences
• Manage food costs, inventory, and supplier relationships
• Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff to maintain a positive, high-performance culture
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Oversee private events, weddings, and winery experiences
• Oversee private events, weddings, and winery experiences, including events of up to 200 guests
• Execute a variety of large-scale service styles, including canapé service, chef-attended carving stations, buffet service, and plated dinners
• Lead and coordinate kitchen teams during high-volume events, ensuring clear communication, effective delegation, and smooth service execution
• Develop event-specific menus that complement the winery’s wines, seasonal offerings, guest expectations, and event requirements
• Coordinate preparation, production, staffing, station assignments, and service timelines for events

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a premium or high-volume setting
• Experience leading culinary teams through weddings, private events, corporate functions, winery experiences, and large-scale events
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Passion for farm-to-table cuisine and local sourcing
• Experience with menu development and cost control
• Knowledge of wine pairings and winery or vineyard dining is a strong asset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $75,000 per year, plus gratuity
• Creative control over menu development
• Opportunity to work closely with a winery and develop unique culinary experiences
• Supportive ownership and collaborative team environment
• Growth potential within a developing brand

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Aldergrove, BC V4W 1B9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Cooking: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person