JOBS AT TACOFINO

Would you like to be considered for a future opening with Tacofino? We are expanding and looking for Restaurant Operators!

Location: Exciting new locations to be open soon

About us: Tacofino began as a food truck in the back of a surf shop in beautiful Tofino, British Columbia. We balanced surfing with creating world-inspired food with the best possible ingredients. We have since grown and have added food trucks and locations across Vancouver Island and Vancouver.

We continue to grow today and welcome you to grow with us.

Our vision: To continue to build a profitable restaurant group that our team, guests and our communities are proud and excited to be a part of.

Our values:

*Creative quality food - We create original, quality offerings with unique flavours
*Community - We partner with our communities to support impactful positive change
*Inspired hospitality - We want to provide memorable experiences that cannot be found anywhere else
*Our Team - We achieve our goals by embracing people for their individuality and supporting their personal and professional growth
*Environment - We strive to make positive sustainable decisions whenever possible

What we offer:

*Work/Life balance
*Values-oriented and positive workplace environment
*Support from a positive head office team
*Competitive salary + great bonuses
*Eligibility for extended health and dental benefits
*Maternity and Parental leave top-up plan
*Employee and Family Assistance Program
*Opportunities for continued growth

You will be:

*Overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of the restaurant
*Fostering and maintaining a safe and positive work environment for your team that encourages efficiency and growth
*Ensuring consistent standards of food quality and guest satisfaction
*Working with the Executive Chef to learn new recipes, ensuring they are to the specifications as outlined in the company’s recipe guide
*Monitoring and maintaining food and labour targets to meet goals, including sales and community initiatives
*Ensuring all staff are in compliance to appropriate safe food-handling procedures as per the Vancouver Coastal Health Guidelines
*Providing additional support to your team when required, such as jumping on a station and supporting the line to expedite lunch and/or dinner services
*Interviewing and hiring for all positions within your team
*Providing orientations, ongoing training and development opportunities, and performance reviews for your team
*Providing disciplinary action and performance management when warranted
*Creating schedule templates, forecasted labour, and sales tracking
*Maintaining kitchen systems and timelines for ordering, food production, station pars, equipment maintenance and opening/closing duties of all back of house staff
*Submitting daily orders for prepared food items from the Production Kitchen
*Performing and submitting bi-weekly inventories
*Maintaining accurate and up-to-date recipes and records
*Creating invoice reports, payroll and inventory for the accounting department
*Planning for and participating in weekly meetings with the Operations team
*Other duties as required

To be qualified for this role, you will have:

*A minimum of 4 years of culinary experience in a fast-paced, high volume & professional kitchen environment
*A minimum of 2 years in a leadership role managing 5+ employees in both front of house and back of house
*Food Safe Certification(s) and Serving it Right
*Proven cooking Ability, excellent knife skills, and a seasoned palate
*A strong, positive, and supportive leadership style
*Culinary Arts or Red Seal Certification considered an asset
*A demonstrated passion for soulful food, people, and the restaurant industry
*The personal skills of being a self-starter, flexible, and the ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
*Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
*Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize
*Ability to work evenings and weekends according to the needs of the business

About you: You are genuinely passionate about culinary arts and excited about working with new ingredients using a creative outlook. You take pride in approachable and delicious food and value using the best possible ingredients available. You are a positive leader that is a role model and able to identify individual learning needs, support inclusion, and able to grow your people and support them in effectively working together.

At Tacofino, we believe our people are what makes us great. If you are a positive person with a strong work ethic that is looking to come to join a fun and safe workplace culture, then we invite you to apply for this role by submitting a resume.

We believe in creating an inclusive environment and welcome all qualified applicants to apply.

About you: You are passionate about food preparation and management. You want to play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and success of our kitchen.

What we offer:

Positive workplace culture
Work/life balance
Competitive Salary
Eligibility for extended health, vision, and dental benefits
Eligibility for maternity/parental leave top-up program
Eligibility for discretionary incentive program
Eligibility for Employee and Family Assistance Program
Opportunities for continued growth


You will be:

People

Supporting the Restaurant Operator in providing leadership to a team to ensure production goals are met and managing day-to-day kitchen operations
Maintaining strong and positive communication with team members
Being involved in the training of team members and offering continued growth opportunities for improvement
Ensuring team members are following appropriate policy and procedure and upholding positive workplace values
Kitchen Operations

Ensuring high-quality and consistency of food
Work toward efficiency and managing location costs, including food, beverage, and labour
Providing support with administrative tasks
Helping support daily prep, reviewing inventories, and ordering to support product on hand while minimizing food waste
Ensuring safe food handling procedures are being followed
Ensuring compliance to Tacofino’s health and safety standards, Health and Safety Plan, and HACCP
Ensuring proper storage procedures are being followed
Other duties as required


You have:

1 year experience of providing supervision and direction within a fast paced culinary environment
Passion in creating great guest experiences in both food and hospitality
Providing support in onboarding, ongoing training and development, and increasing product knowledge within the team
Experience in providing feedback, training, and support to team members
Experience in positive and clear communication and encouraging feedback and questions from your team
Values diversity, equity and inclusion by learning and adapting to individual learning and communication needs, alignment to goals, and contributing to a positive workplace experience
A demonstrated passion for soulful food, people, and being a part of the restaurant industry
Eagerness to gradually take on more responsibility and for continued growth
Experience with an inventory management system ie optimum control or Market Man
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize
Attention to detail

About you: We are growing and have an opportunity for a great person with a strong passion for cooking who is looking to join our team as a Line Cook. You will have the responsibility of executing menu items in a timely manner, providing support to your teammates and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace. This is a great opportunity to be a long-term member of our growing team!

Supervise food preparation activities including cutting, portioning, frying, and baking, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols.
Provide leadership and guidance to kitchen staff, assisting in training and development.
Assist in managing day-to-day kitchen operations utilizing Tacofino’s processes and systems, including inventory management , ordering supplies, and minimizing food waste.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain cleanliness standards.
Support creating exceptional guest experiences through high-quality food and hospitality.
Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year of culinary experience with supervisory responsibilities.
Strong background in food preparation within a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Effective communication skills and ability to provide clear instructions and feedback.
Knowledge of inventory management systems and food safety practices.
Positive attitude, ability to work under pressure, and commitment to quality and growth.
LMIA support may be available for the right candidate who is already located in the Squamish area

At Tacofino, we believe our people are what makes us great. If you are a positive person with a strong work ethic that is looking to come to join a fun and safe workplace culture, then we invite you to apply for this role by submitting a resume.

We believe in creating an inclusive environment and welcome all qualified applicants to apply.

Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour

About you: We are growing and have an opportunity for a great person with a strong passion for cooking who is looking to join our team as a Line Cook. You will have the responsibility of executing menu items in a timely manner, providing support to your teammates and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace. This is a great opportunity to be a long-term member of our growing team!

Responsibilities:

Food preparation: cutting, portioning, frying, baking, following recipes, putting away orders, and cleaning of kitchen tools and facility as required
Ensure all food preparation and storage procedures are followed as outlined by *Vancouver Coastal Health, to include FIFO and appropriate labeling
Playing a role in ensuring a respectful workplace environment by professional communication with all team members and customers
Other duties as required

Qualifications:

Experience in a fast-paced & professional kitchen environment
A strong passion for food
A positive and professional attitude
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Basic knife skills
Food Safe Level 1 an asset
Ability to work evenings and weekends, according to the needs of the business
The desire for growth and opportunity
Morning and weekend availability


At Tacofino, we believe our people are what makes us great. If you are a positive person with a strong work ethic that is looking to come to join a fun and safe workplace culture, then we invite you to apply for this role by submitting a resume.

We believe in creating an inclusive environment and welcome all qualified applicants to apply.

We respectfully acknowledge that we work on the unceded territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú 7mesh (Squamish), and Səl ̓ ı́ lwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Learn about the Unceded Territory in which Tacofino operates and where you reside: https://native-land.ca/.

wage $19-20

Social Media and Digital Marketing Specialist

Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000
Location: Remote work with occasional office days and site visits to Tacofino locations.

Do you have a talent for crafting compelling stories and a vision for driving brand growth?

Tacofino, rooted in bold flavours, the West Coast and community connection, is searching for a Digital Marketing Manager to help us share our journey and define our next chapter. This is your chance to elevate a beloved BC brand, connect with a passionate audience, and lead the way in building a digital presence that reflects our vibrant personality and inspires our future growth.

Our Values
- Creative quality food - We create original, quality offerings with unique flavours.
- Community - We partner with our communities to support impactful positive change.
- Inspired hospitality - We want to provide memorable experiences that cannot be found anywhere else.
- Our Team - We achieve our goals by embracing people for their individuality and supporting their personal and professional growth.
- Environment - We strive to make positive sustainable decisions whenever possible.

What we offer
- Work/Life balance
- Values-oriented and positive workplace environment.
- Eligibility for extended health and dental benefits.
- Eligibility for Maternity and Parental leave top-up plan.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program that provides you and your immediate family. with free and confidential support in life, including access to professional counselling.
- Opportunities for continued learning and growth.


You are:
- A visually creative individual who has great attention to detail and design.
- Up-to-date on social media trends and pop culture.
- Someone that thrives in a collaborative, results-driven environment.
- Passionate about food, hospitality, and community connection.

You will be:

Management
- Overseeing Tacofino’s social media content and strategy on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, LinkedIn, Mailchimp and other platforms.
- Collaborating with the Marketing department and location leadership in bringing creative, on-brand concepts and stories to life
- Developing and managing partnerships with influencers, affiliates, and other third-party partners to increase brand exposure and drive sales.
- Creating digital campaigns that are tailored to specific demographics, which includes: developing creative and targeting strategies to ensure that campaigns reach the right audience and achieve the desired results.
- Managing Tacofino’s loyalty program and developing strategies to grow sign-ups, engagement, and repeat visits.
- Supporting and optimizing Tacofino’s online ordering and web presence to ensure a seamless, brand-consistent customer experience.

Research
-Conducting market research to identify customer needs and preferences; staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.
-Actively testing and analyzing social media initiatives, channels, and features to maximize performance and ensure KPIs are met.

Measurement
-Reporting on Tacofino’s digital performance through tracking key metrics such as impressions, engagement, clicks, conversions, ROI, and providing insights and recommendations for improvement.

You have:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in a digital marketing role.
- Highly proficient in multiple digital platforms, including Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Mailchimp, Facebook, and Google.
- Proficiency in Meta Business Suite, TikTok Ads Manager and Google Ads.
- Previous experience in social media software, such as Hootsuite, Metricool or Sprout.
- Proficiency in photo and video editing software.
- Proven copywriting and editing skills.

We are proud of our supportive and positive workplace culture. If you are looking to grow with a local brand and be a part of a team made up of great and talented people, then we invite you to apply by submitting a cover letter and resume.

Tacofino is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants to apply.