Chef - NE BC
About The Position
Based in a Dexterra Remote Services camp facility, the regular shift for this position is 20 days on and 10 days off, with 12-hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site from a designated pickup point as assigned. The Chef, reporting to the Lodge Manager, is responsible for overseeing the day to day operation of the kitchen; ordering food ingredients and planning menus; assisting with the preparation, serving, and control of cooked and uncooked food; training of staff, and ensuring that staff follows prescribed Dexterra Food Safety protocol. This position is safety sensitive and requires drug and alcohol testing and a fitness assessment, as a condition of employment. A criminal record check will be completed as part of pre-employment.
Requirements
- Journeyperson or have an interprovincial Red Seal Certificate
- SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification
- At least 5 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
- At least 2 years’ experience as a Sous Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or remote lodge, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
- Knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, GFS, Outlook)
- Extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage control
- Effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License
Responsibilities
- Overall Management, Training and production of the kitchen.
- Preparing, presenting, designing, and serving high quality rotational menus
- Supervising all kitchen staff productivity and compliance with Dexterra policies and procedures including health, safety, and quality
- Ensuring all foods are prepared using FOODSAFE protocol and in accordance with Dexterra safety guidelines
- Ensuring food and labour resources managed within budgeted guidelines
- Grocery Ordering through our GFS order guide
- Manage, record, and report inventory on a bi-weekly basis
- Ensuring client satisfaction to menu plans and meal service
- Record and report costs on daily spend report
- Other Duties as assigned
Benefits
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Employee and family assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
