Be part of something deliciously meaningful
75,000+ Happy Guests Since 2010
At Vancouver Foodie Tours, we don’t just guide people through neighborhoods — we spread joy, foster connections, and inspire appreciation for the simple things in life — delicious food and inspiring connections.
If that lights you up, reach out!
We’re a purpose-driven company on a mission to generate happiness and appreciation for our guests and community.
Since 2010, we’ve hosted over 75,000 guests on award-winning culinary experiences through Granville Island, Gastown, and Vancouver’s vibrant Asian food scene. Along the way, we’ve built a reputation for excellence, warmth, and storytelling that leaves a lasting impression.
But beyond the food, we’re about people. We believe in uplifting conversations, authentic hospitality, and treating our team and partners with the same generosity we extend to our guests.
This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to:
Share the food and culture you love
Make someone’s day
Grow your skills in storytelling, and leadership
Be part of a supportive team that values your strengths
Celebrate Vancouver and support its local businesses
We work hard, have fun, and support one another. You’ll be trusted, heard, and empowered to lead in your own way.
We’re looking for people with heart — individuals who:
Whether you’re visiting Vancouver for the first time or bonding with your team — we invite you to join us for a tour that feeds more than your appetite.
“Rolling into my 10th season with Vancouver Foodie Tours, I can truly say it’s been one of the best jobs I’ve had! The relationships formed with partners and the team are truly one of a kind.”
– Lydia, Tour Guide
“This role has shown me how rewarding it is to be part of a team where happiness and appreciation are at the heart of our work. I’ve grown so much here because the culture truly encourages it.”
– Veronica, Operations Manager
Take this quick gut-check:
We’re currently hiring for:
Vancouver Foodie Tours is on a mission to generate happiness and appreciation by bringing people together over food.
Recognized by Forbes and TripAdvisor as one of the world’s top food tour operators, we create memorable culinary experiences that help guests discover Vancouver through thoughtful hospitality, storytelling, and local flavour.
We are a small but mighty team that values warmth, professionalism, curiosity, and a “whatever it takes” attitude. We believe in creating exceptional guest experiences, supporting one another, and performing at our highest level while enjoying the work we do.
If you are personable, reliable, detail-oriented, and love creating positive in-person experiences, we’d love to hear from you.
We are hiring for part-time Visitor Experience & Retail Associate roles to support our guest experience, tour operations, and retail presence on Granville Island.
We are currently looking for:
Weekday Associate
Typical schedule: Monday to Friday, 4–8 hours per day
The schedule varies and may include some evenings depending on business needs.
Weekend + Friday Crossover Associate
Typical schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 4–8 hours per day
Ideal for someone available on weekends with Friday crossover support.
Compensation: Hourly, with additional commission opportunities
Location: Granville Island, Vancouver
Work setup: In-person, part-time
What You’ll Do:
As a Visitor Experience & Retail Associate, you will act as a welcoming brand ambassador for both Vancouver Foodie Tours and Granville Island Delivery Co.
Your responsibilities may include:
This role requires someone who is comfortable engaging with high visitor foot traffic, and representing the brand with care and confidence.
What’s In It For You:
Please send a single email with ALL of the following information to jobs@foodietours.ca. Use the following format in the email subject line: Your First Name Last Name: Tour Guide Application 2026
Please include:
Hi Foodies!
Do you love making people happy because acts of kindness fuel your soul? Would you love it even more if you can uplift communities and build relationships over delicious food?
If you are a charismatic and passionate story-teller who enjoys sharing your love for local food, culture and history, Vancouver Foodie Tours has an amazing opportunity for you! We are looking for part-time Foodie Tour Guides to join our team to deliver fun and delicious food experiences to guests.
Vancouver Foodie Tours is rated as one of the world’s best food tour operators in the world by Forbes. You will play a vital role in leading multiple culinary tours that showcase the best that Granville Island, Gastown and the Downtown Vancouver Asian Food Scene have to offer. As a Tour Guide, you will be sharing your passion for food and people, while delivering memorable experiences.
What You Will Get To Do:
● Work closely with the President and Operations Manager to execute amazing culinary tours in Granville Island, Gastown and/or West End.
● Uphold our Brand Promise to provide fun, delicious food experiences that connect guests to Vancouver.
● Learn all about Vancouver history, architecture and food through our “Serious Foodie Training” that will get you up to speed.
● Resolve any challenges that may arise during tours by working collaboratively with our Operations team and external stakeholder.
● Generate happiness and appreciation for guests, team members and partners.
● Share your love of food and community!
What’s In It For Me?
● Complimentary food tour experiences around the world.
● Family and friends discount to Vancouver Foodie Tours.
● Eating meetings and professional development workshops.
● Fun team-building events to build your culinary prowess and knowledge of Vancouver.
● Exclusive staff discounts on Granville Island.
● Flexible schedule.
What You Will Have:
● A proven track record of creating rewarding experiences for customers and team members.
● You are a natural problem solver and can handle challenges with ease and grace.
● Friendly and welcoming attitude with the ability to hold an audience.
● Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak confidently to a group of people.
● Consistently perform in a professional manner.
● Punctuality and the ability to manage a flexible schedule.
● Ability to stand for a few hours and walk 2-3km.
● Have lived in Vancouver for the past three years.
Nice To Have:
● Previous experience working in the food and beverage, tourism, or hospitality industry.
● Knowledge of Vancouver’s culinary scene and history.
● Conversational French and/or Spanish are an asset.
● Serving It Right Certification
Additional Information:
You must have open availability on both weekend days, and 2 weekday days.
Please send a single email with ALL of the following information to jobs@foodietours.ca. Use the following format in the email subject line: Your First Name Last Name: Tour Guide Application 2026
1. A witty explanation of why you’d make the perfect food tour guide. Show us your awesome personality!
2. Resume
3. Day(s) of the week you are available
4. Are you a native English speaker, and do you speak additional languages?
Click to view current openings or send us a note introducing yourself. We’d love to hear from you.
