Head Cook

Job No: SUM9
Location: Vancouver

Summit Camps is recruiting for workforce camp-based positions. We offer an inclusive work environment, competitive wages and a benefits package available following probationary period. Travel is also covered from your point of departure.

 

Primary Role: Head Cooks oversee and carry out all aspects of food production and kitchen management in a remote camp.

Qualifications:

·        FoodSafe Level 1 (required), FoodSafe Level 2 (preferred)

·        Post-secondary education in culinary arts (preferred)

·        Red Seal Chef or Red Seal Apprentice (preferred)

·        WHMIS and First Aid Level 1 preferred

·        Minimum of 3 years of experience cooking in high volumes in a remote camp, hotel banquet experience also transferrable

·        Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel, email and attachments

·        Experience with inventory and ordering procedures, and staying within a set budget

·        Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test prior to employment and work/live in a drug and alcohol free camp environment for up to 4 weeks at a time.

 

Personal Attributes & Skills:

·        Great culinary ability and motivated to prepare fresh, tasteful, nutritious food

·        Flexible, 'whatever it takes' attitude

·        Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·        Capable of working independently with minimal supervision

·        Strong supervisory skills

·        Excellent organization and time management skills

·        Professional image with good personal hygiene

·        Must be able to lift, move, push, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs

·        Good physical stamina; capable of working long hours on your feet

·        Must be able to live in a remote camp environment for up to 4 weeks with a 2 week break, working up to 12-hour days

 

Responsibilities Include:

·        Communicate with Camp Manager regarding camp numbers, quantities & ordering

·        Maintain professional appearance & conduct at all times

·        Implement weekly menu to reflect contract requirements, healthy choices, and guest preferences

·        Demonstrate mastery of all aspects of cooking (i.e., proteins, sauces, starches, vegetables, etc.) for all meal types

·        Accommodate various diets including vegetarian, vegan, cultural, food allergies, and other specific requests

·        Responsible for ensuring food quality, food safety (including reporting all food allergies), and food standards are met

·        Supervise, manage, train, mentor, and direct other kitchen staff (as required)

·        Implement Summit’s Safety Management System

·        Order food and supplies based on camp occupancy, menu plan, existing inventory and within budget

·        Organize and assist with unloading and proper storage of grocery orders

 

Starting Wage: Dependent upon experience

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About Summit Camps

Summit Camps provides industry-leading workforce camp accommodations in remote locations. We offer long-term and seasonal employment in culinary, hospitality, construction, maintenance, and logistics roles, as well as management and administrative positions.
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