Chef

Dexterra Group; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent work-life balance with a 3 week on/3 week off rotation

Extended health and dental benefit plan

Growth opportunities in an expanding company

Job summary

Dexterra Group is looking for an experienced Chef for their operations in Canada, Nunavut, with a work schedule of 3 weeks on and 3 weeks off. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality menus, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.

Applicants should have at least 10 years of culinary experience in various settings and possess relevant certifications such as a Journeyperson or interprovincial Red Seal. The position offers benefits including a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Must have a Journeyperson or interprovincial Red Seal Certificate.
• SafeCheck advanced food safety or HACCP certification required.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in food service.
• 10 years' experience as a Chef with diverse cooking capability.
• Solid computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong grasp of menu costing and wage control methodologies.
• Extensive kitchen expertise across various fields.
• Good leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve rotational menus with high quality.
• Supervise kitchen staff adherence to policies.
• Train and mentor kitchen employees.
• Utilize food safety methods and safety guidelines.
• Conduct bi-weekly inventory checks.
• Ensure efficient use of resources in the kitchen.
• Engage with clients and staff professionally.

Skills

Journeyperson or interprovincial Red Seal Certificate

SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification

10 years' experience in hospitality/food service industry

10 years' experience as a Chef

Knowledge of computer programs

Knowledge of menu costing and recipe cards implementation

Practical and theoretical kitchen knowledge

Effective leadership and communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

GFS

Outlook

Job description

We’ve been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form the Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

Job Description

Based in a world class Horizon North camp facility, the regular shift for this position is 3 weeks on and 3 weeks off, with 12-hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site from a pickup point in Montreal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present, design, and serve high quality rotational menus
• Supervise all kitchen staff’s 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 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

Benefits

• Enjoy excellent work‑life balance with a 3 week on/3 week off rotation.
• Extended health and dental benefit plan.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Qualifications

• You’re a Journeyperson or have an interprovincial Red Seal Certificate.
• You have SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification.
• You have at least 10 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry.
• You have at least 10 years’ experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or remote lodge, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines.
• You have knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, GFS, Outlook).
• You have extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage control.
• You have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen, i.e., hot kitchens, cold kitchens, pastry / bakery, butchery and banquets dealing with large numbers of guests.
• You have an effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills.

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.