Breakfast Cook - Nunavut

Dexterra; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major company in North America is looking for a 'Breakfast Cook' for their remote camp locations. As a Breakfast Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality breakfast meals in an environment that demands excellence. You'll work on a 4 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation, providing you a good work-life balance while being part of a growing team dedicated to serving their clients effectively.

Benefits

Excellent work-life balance

Rotational schedule

Transportation provided to site

Qualifications

• Previous experience providing a hot breakfast service in high volumes required.
• Current Food Safe certificate mandatory.
• Experience in camp settings or hotels is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast menu as approved by Chef.
• Cook breakfast items from scratch as required.
• Ensure all meals are served on time to the highest standards.

Skills

Team player

Client satisfaction

Large-scale cooking

Cooking from scratch

Food presentation

Education

Food Safe certificate

Red Seal

Job description

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence acrossthe entire continentNorth 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?

Rewarding. Motivating. Fun. Just some of the words employees use to describe their careers at Horizon North. As a part of our team, you are encouraged to strive for excellence in everything you do. Our focus is on personal and professional growth and we value our employees as the center of Horizon North’s success.

Based at ourremote location in Nunavut, the regular shift for this position is 4 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation, with 12-hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site from Edmonton.

The Breakfast cook reports to Chef and is responsible for ensuring freshness, quality, consistency and variety of breakfast is served on time to clients.You are responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast as per requirements. Also, ensuring all meals are prepared and served on time to the highest of standards of the company.

This position is safety sensitive and requires drug,alcohol, and fit to work testing as a condition of employment.

Working Conditions:

• Remote camp environment with extended periods away from home (4weeks on/2 weeks off)
• Extreme weather conditions are common in Nunavut
• Extended periods of darkness/no sunshine this time of year

Your work will include:

• Prepare breakfast menu as approved by Chef.
• Prepare a fruit bar for breakfast as stated in the fruit for breakfast list.
• Prepare breakfast sandwiches with bacon, ham, or sausage and egg
• Cook eggs to order as requested by client.
• Prepare vegetables and any meats for an omelet bar.
• Have breakfast specials. E.g. Blueberry pancakes, Eggs Benedict, Waffles’, crepes, etc.
• Prepare RTE Containers from left over products for the lunchroom
• Set up and take down steam table.
• Assist with the clean-up including garbage and floors in kitchen.
• Clean and sanitize all work areas including work surfaces and equipment.
• Assist with putting away groceries.
• Maintain a clean and organized cooler and stock area.
• Provide professional, courteous guest service at all times
• Check and document temperatures of coolers and freezers.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Chef
• Cook breakfast items from scratch as required
• Mix and cook pancakes
• Prepare all breakfast ingredients
• Breakfast items such as sausages & bacon
• Ensure breakfast menu and quantity are prepared as per Chef requirements
• Serve at the breakfast line and provide highest level of customer service
• Responsible for overall food presentation and portioning
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of dining room and overall kitchen
• Ensure health and safety regulations and quality standards are maintained including dating all items

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Previous experience providing a hot breakfast service in high volumes is required
• Current Food Safe certificate is required
• Large-scale cooking experience in camp settings, banquet halls and/or hotels is a strong asset
• Red Seal or other certifications is an asset
• Experience in accurately producing weekly inventories
• Experience with producing baked goods (scratch baking and/or pre-fab items) is an asset
• Previous supervisory experience is an asset
• A team-player who is committed to providing client satisfaction
• Must have valid government issued photo ID for travel to site
• 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 4 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

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Work schedule and remuneration:

Breakfast Cooks work on a rotational schedule of 4 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation. Site locations are in remote settings, requiring air travel to site. You may be required to work nights, weekdays, weekends, and general holidays. Wages are paid on an hourly basis with a starting rate of $21 per hour.

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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