Fire Camp Chef - Flin Flon Manitoba

WHATS THE JOB

Fire Camps are remote camps that require rapid mobilization of staff to get to site in a variety of different locations in Flin Flon MB.

You must be comfortable working in a remote bush camp setting.  Bush camps are often hours away from any town with limited to no cell reception and Wi-Fi.  Must be comfortable sleeping in a tent and living in the outdoors as accommodations can range from a lodge to a tent depending on the site.

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 Horizon North Food Safety protocol.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervise all kitchen staffs productivity and compliance with Horizon North 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 fire support 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
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License and clean drivers abstract is preferred
• You have at least 10 years experience in the hospitality/food service industry as a Chef in hotels resorts fire camps 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
• 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 :

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

• FREE meals and accommodations while on site!
• All transportation to and from the fire basecamps is provided!
• Ability to expand skills in a large camp atmosphere!
• Opportunity to move up in positions!

Work schedule and remuneration: 

Fire camp workers must have the ability to commit to a minimum 2-3 week rotation. Site locations are in remote bush settings and may require tent accommodations dependent on the location of the fire activity in the region. You may be required to work nights weekdays weekends and general holidays. Wages are paid on a daily basis and include a starting rate of $335.

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.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract