Chef Manager

Dexterra Group; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental benefits

Travel time paid

Company growth

Job summary

Dexterra Group is hiring at the Horizon North camp, Lac De Gras, NWT. The role covers designing and serving high quality rotational menus, supervising kitchen staff, and leading training.

You will ensure compliance with FOODSAFE/HACCP, manage resources, and maintain safety and quality while delivering excellent service to clients and staff.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson or Red Seal certification required.
• SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification required.
• At least 10 years’ experience in the hospitality/food service industry.
• At least 10 years’ experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or remote lodge.
• Knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Word, GFS, Outlook).
• Extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage control.
• Strong leadership and communication skills across large teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present, design, and serve high quality rotational menus.
• Supervise kitchen staff’s productivity and compliance with Horizon North policies.
• Lead in training, development, and mentoring of employees.
• Ensure FOODSAFE and HACCP methods are followed and safety guidelines observed.
• Manage labour and chemical resources efficiently.
• Serve clients and staff in a personable and professional manner.
• Apply dietary restrictions knowledge in meal planning.
• Conduct bi-weekly inventory checks.
• Report maintenance needs for equipment to management.

Skills

Journeyperson/Red Seal

Food safety (SafeCheck)

HACCP certification

10+ years hospitality/food service

10+ years as Chef (remote lodge)

MS Office (Excel/Word, GFS, Outlook)

Menu costing & wage control

Leadership & communication

Education

Interprovincial Red Seal

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

GFS

Outlook

Job 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.

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 at our remote Horizon North camp at Lac De Gras, NWT, the regular shift for this position is 14 days on and 7 days off, with 12-hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site.

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


• Ensure maintenance issues related to any equipment are communicated to the Manager and maintenance personnel as soon as possible

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

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered.


• Travel time is paid.


• 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.

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. Special needs accommodation is available at all stages of the application process upon request.