Chef - Future Opportunities

Nasittuq Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation during hiring process

Arctic clothing provided

Travel costs covered

Safety footwear allowance

Referral bonus

Health, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Nasittuq Corporation is seeking a Chef to provide culinary services to staff and third party personnel at various Northern sites across the Arctic. The role includes planning and serving three daily meals, preparing from scratch, and potentially traveling to remote locations with exposure to severe winter weather.

The position requires adherence to safety policies, ability to work rotating schedules, and strong inventory management.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level experience in a restaurant, hotel, or cafeteria.
• Proven experience ordering and managing inventory.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent conflict resolution and interpersonal skills.
• Effective planning, organizing and time management skills, and effective decision-making skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work rotational schedule and travel to adjacent sites for Chef functions.
• Must be able to wear PPE as required.
• Adherence to safety policies and training and reporting hazards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and serve three daily meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) in accordance with cycle menu.
• Develop menus reflecting site preferences and accommodate dietary restrictions.
• Prepare baked goods and desserts from scratch.
• Provide service to various sites; travel required.
• Ensure a safe, sanitary kitchen and dining area; label allergy items.
• Menu/meal planning based on master schedule.

Skills

Inventory management

Strong communication

Planning & time management

Teamwork & independence

Travel readiness

Safety compliance

Decision making

PPE adherence

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

About this position

JOB TITLE: Chef LOCATION: Various Northern Sites across the Arctic SECURITY CLEARANCE: Reliability REPORTS TO: LSS Manager HOURS: 48

Please note, this requisition is open to hire short term Red seal chef Backfills for future opportunities across the North Warning System

About Nasittuq Nasittuq is a proudly Canadian company supporting critical operations across Canada's North. Guided by our core values of Safety, Diversity, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Environmental Stewardship, and Agility, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive while making a meaningful contribution. Where You Will Be Working Nasittuq supports operations across the North Warning System (NWS), a network of remote sites located throughout Canada's Arctic. Working in the North offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure while experiencing some of the country's most remote and remarkable landscapes. In keeping with our commitment to northern communities and Indigenous employment, priority consideration will be given to qualified Inuit beneficiaries, including those enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement, Inuvialuit Final Agreement, and Nunatsiavut Land Claims Agreement. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.

The Chef position is responsible for providing culinary services to the staff and third party personnel. Work is normally carried out at the Logistics Support Site (LSS) or Long Range Radar (LRR) kitchen, but the Chef may be called upon to travel and work in remote Arctic locations with exposure to severe outdoor winter weather conditions.

This position is covered under the provision of the collective agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (I.B.E.W.) Local 2228.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and serve three (3) daily meals (buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner) in accordance with approved cycle menu, in sufficient quantities and quality
• Develop menus that reflect site preferences and prepare dishes for those with food allergies or other dietary restrictions/preferences
• Prepare baked goods and desserts from scratch
• Provide service to various sites, requiring travel
• Ensure safe and sanitary work environment; kitchen and dining room sanitization duties executing safe food storage and labelling of potential food allergy items
• Menu /meal planning based on master schedule

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level experience working in a restaurant, hotel, or cafeteria
• Proven experience ordering and managing inventory
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Effective planning, organizing and time management skills, and effective decision-making skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work rotational schedule and travel as part of a small team to adjacent sites to perform Chef functions
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), as required
• Strict adherence to all safety policies, participation in required training, adherence to cold-weather/remote-site procedures and prompt reporting of hazards or incidents is a condition of employment

Certificates(s)/License(s)

• Safe Food Handling certification and WHMIS Certificate
• Must possess a valid driver's license

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a remote camp setting is considered an asset
• Ability to use MS Word and Excel would be preferrable

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

Rotation & Overtime: 6 weeks in/6 weeks out rotation, 48 hours per week, with overtime paid at 1.5x base rate. Paid travel days (up to 2 days) and travel costs covered.

Living Arrangements: Accommodations with meals, Wi-Fi, TV, laundry facilities, and recreational options

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 5% contribution matched by employer

Additional Perks: Arctic clothing provided when required for safety, annual safety footwear allowance of $175, and a $500 referral bonus for bringing in qualified colleagues

Vacation Pay : Six Percent (6%) gross earnings payable on each pay

Northern Living Allowance : Additional biweekly allowance for employees residing in designated northern communities: Inuvik, Cambridge Bay, Sanirajak, and Iqaluit.

Are You an Inuit Beneficiary from the Nunavut, Inuvialuit, or Nunatsiavut Land Claim Agreements and Seeking a New Opportunity?

Nasittuq is committed to providing employment opportunities for Land Claim Beneficiaries, contributing to a skilled workforce in the regions we serve. We prioritize and review all applications from Inuit Land Claim Beneficiaries for vacant positions and offer comprehensive training and development programs.

Nasittuq is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified groups. Inuit Land Claim Beneficiary applicants are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

IQQANAIJAAQTAARASUAQTUT ILAGIJAUQATAULLUTIK INUIT NUNANGANNI NUNALIRINIRNMUT ANGIRUTIUSIMAJUNUT SIVULLIQPAUTAUNIAQTUT IQQANAIJAAQTAARTITAUJUNNAQTUNUT. IKAJUQTURPATSI

IQQANAIJAAQTAARASUAQATAUJUSI NALUNAIQSIQULLUSI ILAGIJAUQATAUNITSINNIK.

Nasittuq provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Translation: We invite you to join us and embark on a rewarding career journey!

We thank you for your interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.