2025 Playland BBQ Attendants & Cooks

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Job Details

Part Time

Location

Vancouver, BC

Salary

dollar sign 18.010 to 19.410 per hour

Job Description

Part-time; Event Based

Date Posted: February 26, 2025

BBQ Attendant: $18.01/hour (PG 62) plus 10% in lieu of benefits and vacation

BBQ Cook: $19.41/hour (PG67) plus 10% in lieu of benefits and vacation

Why join our Team?

We create memorable experiences, and we have fun doing it - join us!
Base wage starts at $18.01/hr with 10% additional pay in lieu of vacation & other benefits, resulting in a total of $19.81/hour.
Training and development - learn new skills and gain valuable work experience.
Career growth - opportunities for promotions and position transfers.
Opportunity to create lasting memories & friendships.
Great perks & employee rewards!

Employee discounts on passes to Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as at all PNE Food Stands!
We want to recognize you - gift card rewards available all season long!
Enjoy a free evening at Playland with your friends and family during our Employee Family Night!

What will you do this year?

In your role as a Playland BBQ Attendant and Cook, your primary accountabilities will be to:

Provide an exceptional guest experience by greeting guests in a polite and friendly manner, while providing timely service.
Monitor food levels to ensure items remain in stock and assist with both setup and take down BBQ Buffets after service.
Prepare and grill a variety of foods for BBQ Buffets, and provide relevant food information regarding dietary restrictions when requested.
Collaborate with other team members to ensure timely service while ensuring the BBQ areas are maintained adhering to food safety standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

What else?

Must be comfortable handling a variety of food products including beef, pork, chicken, and seafood.
Must be comfortable working around cooking grills and in a hot environment.
Customer service experience is an asset.
Must be able to work independently under minimum supervision.
Must have sufficient physical strength, stamina, and coordination to permit the performance of assigned tasks, which includes walking and standing for the duration of shifts.
Must possess the ability to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
Food Safe Level 1 certificate is required for the BBQ Cook position, and is considered an asset for the BBQ Attendant position.
Must be available for a minimum of 3 shifts/week on operational days (excludes Mondays & Tuesdays).

When will you work?

Dates:

Playland is open from May 17 th - September 1 st
Employees hired for the Playland season will also be required to work select dates in October for the Fright Nights operating season.

Hours:

Playland will operate daily from 11am - 5pm; and on Fridays & Saturdays will also operate during the evening from 6pm - 11pm.
Shifts will be scheduled according to operational times and may vary week over week.

Availability Requirements: at least 3-4 days per week , including evenings and weekends.
Training: Training for Playland positions will begin at the end of April and run through the month into May.

There is a mandatory training date for all employees on Saturday, May 10.

How to Apply?

Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the roles are filled. Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume before Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Successful applicants will receive an interview invitation via email in late March. Virtual group interviews will be held on April 1 st , April 3 rd . The interview invitation will allow all candidates to choose their preferred Playland jobs.

The PNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse community we proudly serve. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or age. If you require any support or accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the People & Culture Department at hr@pne.ca .

About Pacific National Exhibition

No single location in Vancouver captures the spirit and history of this city, its people and its many achievements as the Pacific National Exhibition. Since 1910, millions of guests have enjoyed shows, exhibits, sporting events, amusement rides, concerts, cultural activities and, of course, the annual summer Fair at the PNE. Today, the PNE is the largest employer of youth in British Columbia, the longest running and best attended annual ticketed event in BC and the site of hundreds of famous events - from a live performance from the Beatles to the historic Miracle Mile. For the past ten decades the Pacific National Exhibition has showcased the best of Vancouver to the rest of Canada and the world.