Chef - Waasigan Transmission Line

Job summary

The Chef oversees daily kitchen operations in a remote camp, including menu planning, food preparation, and staff supervision. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with food safety protocols, managing inventory, and maintaining effective resource utilization.

Job details

Company Description WHO ARE WE? Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care. Job Description WHAT'S THE JOB? The Chef is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen in a remote camp; ordering food ingredients and planning menu, including other responsibilities such as 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. The position involves a remote work lifestyle in a camp setting with the following amenities: All meals and accommodations are provided Travel is provided to and from the site locations from designated locations in the Winnipeg, Thunder Bay, Dryden and surrounding area Private room with cable television Key responsibilities include: Supervise all kitchen staff’s productivity and compliance with Dexterra policies and procedures including health, safety, and quality Lead in the training, developing, and mentoring of employees Ensure all foods are prepared using FOODSAFE and Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) methods, and in accordance with Horizon North safety guidelines Ensure all labour and chemical resources are used effectively and efficiently Serve clients and staff in a personable and professional manner Use knowledge and understanding of dietary restrictions; allergies, vegan, and vegetarian in meal planning and preparation Conduct inventory on a bi-weekly basis Qualifications WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? Journeyperson or interprovincial Red Seal Certificate is preferred Valid Safe Food certificate required You have at least 10 years’ experience in the hospitality/food service industry as a 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 Excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen ie: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry/ Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests Effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills Must be able to successfully pass a Criminal Background Check Be able to handle the following physical demands: Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs Climb ladders or stairs Stand, walk, squat, kneel or sit according to task for extended lengths of time Perform repetitive hand work requiring full use of both hands Perform work with arms at full length Work with arms above shoulder height Additional Information WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 3 weeks on/3 weeks off rotation Ability to expand skills in a large camp atmosphere Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing! Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader Work schedule and remuneration: Chefs work on a rotational schedule of 3 weeks on/3 weeks off. Site locations are in remote settings, requiring either air travel to site, or via ground on our shuttle. You may be required to work nights, weekdays, weekends, and general holidays. Wages are paid on a daily basis with a starting rate of $335.00 daily. Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request. #IND2 Compensation: from CAD 335.00 - daily

What you’ll do

The Chef oversees daily kitchen operations in a remote camp, including menu planning, food preparation, and staff supervision. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with food safety protocols, managing inventory, and maintaining effective resource utilization.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Journeyperson or Red Seal Certificate and possess at least 10 years of experience in the hospitality or food service industry. A valid Safe Food certificate and the ability to pass a criminal background check are mandatory.

Benefits

• All meals provided
• Accommodations provided
• Travel provided
• Work-life balance
• Employee recognition

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Kitchen management
• Menu planning
• Food safety
• HACCP
• Staff training
• Inventory management
• Menu costing
• Recipe implementation
• Wage control
• Culinary arts
• Leadership
• Communication
• Dietary restriction management
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Outlook
• Cable Television
• Butchering
• Meal Planning And Preparation
• Menu Costing
• Leadership Effectiveness
• Professionalism
• Red Seal Certification
• Planning
• Cooking
• Food Services
• Economics
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Hazard Analysis And Critical Control Points (HACCP)
• Hazard Analysis
• Listening Skills
• Mentorship
• Microsoft Outlook

Job areas

• Hospitality
• Food & Beverage
• Trades
• Management & Leadership
• Energy
• Transmission Line Engineer
• Chef
• Chefs
• Chefs and Head Cooks

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