Hospitality Support - Calvert Island

About the Tula Foundation

The Tula Foundation is an independent charitable foundation based in British Columbia with global interests and outreach. We use our facilities and resources to create a network of collaborators from academia, government agencies, and First Nations. Our collective efforts have catalyzed an enormous quantity of science, education, and stewardship. 

Our divisions include:

The Hakai Institute is an active, engaged BC-based science organization, best known for its Coastal Observatories on Calvert Island and Quadra Island. We are celebrated for our long-term multidisciplinary research, our scientific publications, our compelling media, and our contribution to programs ranging from resource management to natural hazards.

Tula supports its sister organization, TulaSalud, which delivers public health programs in Guatemala, with a particular focus on rural, remote, Indigenous communities.

At Tula, everyone is part of a team that supports meaningful work and impactful partnerships.

Who We’re Looking For

We seek dedicated individuals who embrace our scientific and service mission, enjoy teamwork, and are eager to learn. You are flexible, ready to take on new challenges, and willing to pitch in wherever needed.

As a Hospitality Support team member, you will assist our chefs, housekeepers, and gardeners at the Calvert Island field station. This can include helping with accommodation, food services, gardening, meeting support, and guest services.

We provide company-paid flights to and from Campbell River, along with food, accommodations, and Wi-Fi.

Responsibilities

Your duties may include:

Kitchen:

• Washing dishes and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen area
• Cleaning and sanitizing appliances and food preparation areas
• Restocking kitchen supplies and ingredients as needed
• Assisting with food preparation
• Performing cooking or baking duties directly supervised by the chef

Dining Room:

• Setting up and taking down buffets
• Ensuring dining spaces are tidy and consistently well-stocked
• Providing general support during meal service as needed

Housekeeping:

• Cleaning and sanitizing bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas
• Managing laundry and linens

Other Tasks:

• Supporting guest services
• Assisting with gardening and landscaping
• Helping with general site needs as they arise

This is a hands-on role where every day may look a little different.

Qualifications & Skills

• Flexible with dates, schedules, and tasks
• Comfortable staying in a remote location for extended periods
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in hospitality or customer service is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Capable of moving, lifting, and carrying up to 50lbs., and standing for extended periods

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a dynamic hospitality environment
• Mentorship and training from experienced hospitality professionals
• Networking opportunities within the hospitality sector
• Potential for future employment
• Work in a beautiful, remote area on the central coast of BC

Why Work at Tula

• Join an engaged, energetic, creative, and collaborative team
• Work in a dynamic environment with new challenges regularly
• Competitive wages
• Commitment to excellence and personal growth

Learn more at www.tula.org and www.hakai.org.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and cover letter to Lisa Pollock at careers@tula.org.

Location and Schedule

• Position based on Calvert Island, BC
• Remote camp position working a 15-days-on, 6-days-off rotational schedule.
• Fly-in/fly-out from Campbell River, May through August

Join our team and gain valuable experience supporting hospitality at a unique research lodge!

Job Type: Seasonal

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Campbell River, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• similar: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person