Chef

Dexterra; Nunavut; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefit plan

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

Job summary

A leading Canadian food service company based in Nunavut is seeking an experienced Chef. As the Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, menu planning, and staff management in a challenging yet rewarding environment. The role requires at least 10 years of experience in the hospitality and food service industry, with an emphasis on safety protocols. This position offers an excellent work-life balance and competitive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in hospitality or food service industry.
• Effective leadership style and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Capability to manage kitchen operations and menu planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and staff.
• Design, prepare, and serve high-quality rotational menus.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality procedures.
• Ensure HACCP and FoodSafe procedures are followed.
• Oversee inventory and cost control.
• Serve clients and staff professionally.
• Adapt menus for dietary restrictions.

Skills

Journeyperson or interprovincial Red Seal Certificate

SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification

10 years' experience in hospitality/food service

10 years' experience as a Chef

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

Knowledge of menu costing

GFS/Outlook

Staff training

Education

Journeyperson / Red Seal

Tools

Microsoft Excel

GFS

Job description

Company Description

WHO ARE WE? We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form 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

WHAT’S THE JOB? 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.

The Chef is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen; ordering food ingredients, sea can picking and menu planning, 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.

This position is safety sensitive and requires drug and alcohol testing and a medical assessment, as a condition of employment.

Your work will include:

• 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

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 3 weekon/3 weekoff 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.

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Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• 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 ie: 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

Additional Information

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.