Head Chef, Lodge at Arrow Lakes

Location: West Kootenays (Rossland)

Year Round

Why join CMH?
We work hard, we play hard, and we have the best time doing it. Our mission is to guide our staff and guests through life-changing mountain experiences, and our vision is to be recognized as the world leader of guided mountain experiences – by our guests, our employees, our partners, and our communities. We’re all drawn to CMH for different reasons, but we stay for the people–both employees and guests–who are brought together by a unique shared passion for skiing, riding, the mountain world, and life in general.

CMH is where mountain magic happens!

Things that are important to us:

Safety as a cornerstone.

Share our passion – every day.

Always act with integrity.

We work as a team.

Aim for best.

Balance our social, fiscal, and environmental responsibilities.

Things that are important to you:

The opportunity to build lifelong friendships with staff and guests from around the world.

Working for a company that stands behind its mission, vision, and values.

An inclusive and rewarding company culture where employees are valued and supported.

Explore and work at a world-class mountain destination.

Enjoy meals created by culinary professionals that incorporate fresh, local ingredients.

Work with hospitality professionals that take pride in providing a high-end guest experience.

An opportunity to grow and learn in a work environment that promotes feedback and development.

Discounts with brand partners and on CMH merchandise.

Opportunities to heli-hike and heli-ski, as available.

CMH is honored to operate in the traditional territories of the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc, Syilx, Sinixt, Carrier (Dakelh), and Stoney Nakoda Nations.

Position Title:

Head Chef, Lodge at Arrow Lakes
Company Name:

The Lodge at Arrow Lakes, a branch of CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures

Reports To:

Hotel Manager

Location of Work:

Nakusp, British Columbia

Job Status:

Full-time,Year Round

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Number of Positions: 1

Direct Reports:  Date of Last Review:

October 2026

Anticipated

Start Date:

November 2026

Company Overview
With
60+ years of experience, CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures has evolved into the world’s largest Heli-Skiing and Heli-Hiking company, operating 11 lodges in the winter and 3 in the summer throughout British Columbia, Canada. The business’s central office is in Banff, Alberta, Canada.

CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures is privileged to operate in the traditional territories of the Ktunaxa,Secwépemc, Syilx, Sinixt, Carrier (Dakelh), and Stoney Nakoda Nations.

CMH Mission
The CMH Mission is to guide our staff and guests through life changing mountain experiences.

CMH Vision
Our Vision is to be recognized as the world leader of guided mountain experiences – by our guests, our employees, our partners, and our communities.

Our Principles

Safety as a cornerstone

Share our passion – every day

Always act with integrity

We work as a team

Aim for best

Balance our social, fiscal, and environmental responsibilities

Position Overview
The Head Chef is responsible for supervising the culinary team and delivering high-quality meals for both the Tavern and Heli-Ski operation. You will also oversee creative menu design, food preparation and quality control for all meals.

The ideal candidate will have Red Seal Chef Certification, or equivalent, with experience managing a kitchen team. A passion for creative and high-end casual dining entrees for our evening menu. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in collaborating with members of management to ensure the overall success of the business.

Along with a year-round hotel, pub, and dining room, The Lodge at Arrow Lakes is also host to the CMH Kootenay Heli-Skiing operation during winter months. To learn more about The Lodge at Arrow Lakes, please visit the website:
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