Description
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionExecutive Chef
Full-Time — Salary · $70,000 – $75,000 CAD / year (based on experience) · Upriver Landing · 9254 Nowell Street, Chilliwack BC.
About Upriver Landing
Upriver Landing is a new upscale casual farm-to-table restaurant opening in downtown Chilliwack, BC at 9254 Nowell Street. We are built around a simple idea: buy the best ingredients from the Fraser Valley, and then get out of their way.
Our menu celebrates what grows, swims, and grazes within 200 kilometers of our kitchen — BC salmon, Fraser Valley lamb, Chilliwack berries, locally made burrata. We cook with intention and serve with genuine warmth.
Our name says it all. Going upriver means moving against the easy current — toward something wilder, truer, and more nourishing. That spirit lives in every plate we send out, and in every person who is part of this team.
Job Type Full-Time, Permanent — Salaried Start Date
Immediately — this is a founding role Schedule Tuesday–Sunday. Evenings + weekends required. Weekend brunch included. Location
9254 Nowell Street, Downtown Chilliwack, BC — in-person only Reports To Owner / Operator
THE ROLE
This is a founding position. The Head Chef of Upriver Landing will build the kitchen from the ground up — hiring the team, developing the menu with the owner, establishing all kitchen systems, and setting the standard for everything that comes out of the pass.
This is not a role for someone looking for a job. This is a role for someone looking for a home.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
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Lead all kitchen operations for 60-seat upscale casual service, Tuesday–Sunday, plus weekend brunch
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Develop and refine the seasonal menu alongside the owner — farm-to-table, Fraser Valley-sourced
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Hire, train, and mentor the full kitchen brigade (Sous Chef, Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, Kitchen Porters)
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Build and maintain relationships with Fraser Valley suppliers (Driediger Farms, Rocky Ridge Farm, Pacific Wild Seafood, and others)
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Own food cost and kitchen labour cost — target 28–32% food cost
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Write weekly prep lists, order guides, and mise en place standards
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Ensure full Fraser Health compliance at all times — HACCP logs, food safety, sanitation
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Create and maintain the kitchen recipe book and staff training materials
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Be the standard-bearer: cook with intention, taste constantly, take pride in every plate
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Executive Chef
UPRIVER LANDING — WE ARE HIRING | 9254 Nowell Street, Chilliwack BC | Farm · River · Community
Upriver Landing is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive kitchen and dining room.
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5+ years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 2 years in a Head Chef or senior chef role
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Strong knowledge of Canadian seafood, particularly BC salmon, halibut, sablefish, and shellfish
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Experience with farm-to-table, seasonal, or locally sourced cooking concepts
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Proven ability to manage food cost, write prep lists, and run a clean, organized kitchen
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FOODSAFE Level 2 (or Level 1 + commitment to obtain Level 2 within 60 days)
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Experience with pasta making, butchery, or whole-animal cookery is a significant asset
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A genuine passion for the Fraser Valley and BC food culture
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Calm under pressure, kind to your team, direct with feedback
WHAT WE OFFER
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Competitive salary: $70,000 – $75,000 based on experience
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Founding team opportunity — you shape this kitchen from day one
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Creative freedom to evolve the menu with the seasons and your vision
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A dining room that respects the kitchen: no shortcuts, no compromises
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Staff meals, industry discounts, and a genuine community of people who care about food
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Potential equity / profit-sharing discussion for the right long-term candidate
HOW TO APPLY
We would love to hear from you. Send us:
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Your resume (PDF preferred)
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A brief note about why Upriver excites you — we read every one
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Any relevant certifications (FOODSAFE, Serving It Right, etc.)
We will contact shortlisted candidates within 1 week. Successful candidates will be invited for a paid working trial shift
Company DescriptionAbout Upriver Landing
Upriver Landing is a new upscale casual farm-to-table restaurant opening in downtown Chilliwack, BC at 9254 Nowell Street. We are built around a simple idea: buy the best ingredients from the Fraser Valley, and then get out of their way.
Our menu celebrates what grows, swims, and grazes within 200 kilometers of our kitchen — BC salmon, Fraser Valley lamb, Chilliwack berries, locally made burrata. We cook with intention and serve with genuine warmth.
Our name says it all. Going upriver means moving against the easy current — toward something wilder, truer, and more nourishing. That spirit lives in every plate we send out, and in every person who is part of this team.