Junior Sous Chef
Tokeland Hotel & The Wandering Goose are seeking a chef-level leader to join our small yet mighty team. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with our chef-owner and sous chef in a historic and inspiring setting, creating honest and beautiful food with the best ingredients the Northwest has to offer.
Why This Role is Special
Looking to get out of Seattle or Portland and live next to the ocean? This could be your chance.
Winners of the prestigious Slow Food Award — we honor tradition, community, and good ingredients.
Pay: Based on experience, with a minimum starting pay that is well above industry averages.
Schedule: Thanksgiving through Christmas off and paid.
Impact: You’ll help shape a kitchen that values mentorship, integrity, and creativity.
Culture: We believe in lifting people up, teaching by example, and showing that cooking matters when it’s done with care and good ingredients.
Who We’re Looking For
A leader who can work under a strong female chef-owner with respect and openness.
Able to teach and mentor younger cooks in technique, cleanliness, and organization.
Passionate about putting out simple, beautiful food that lets great ingredients shine.
Positive, encouraging, and committed to building a respectful kitchen culture.
Ego-free — we’re here to cook, learn, and grow together every day.
What You’ll Do
Cook and lead alongside the chef-owner.
Train and mentor younger cooks.
Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality.
Help build menus that are grounded in simplicity, seasonality, and beauty.
Email heather@tokelandhotel.com with your resume or a note about why you’d like to join our team.
Join us at the oldest hotel in Washington, a winner of the Slow Food Award, where history, heart, and hospitality come together in the kitchen, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.