Chef / Manager - Fort St John

Dexterra Group; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the Regional District of Central Okanagan is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee kitchen operations. Responsibilities include menu planning, staff training, and ensuring food safety standards. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience, with a Red Seal Certificate and HACCP certification. This role offers a great work-life balance and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

RRSP matching up to 5%

Great work-life balance

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in hospitality/food service industry.
• 7+ years of experience as a Chef in various settings.
• Extensive knowledge of international and domestic cuisines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the kitchen's day-to-day operations.
• Prepare and present high-quality rotational menus.
• Supervise kitchen staff compliance with policies.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Menu planning

HACCP certification

Education

Journeyperson or interprovincial Red Seal Certificate

SafeCheck advanced food safety or HACCP certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

GFS

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

WHAT’S THE JOB?

Based in a world-class Horizon North camp facility, the regular shift for this position is 20 days on and 10 days off, with 12-hour workdays. Transportation is provided to the site from a designated pick-up point.

As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, including ordering food ingredients, planning menus, assisting with food preparation and serving, staff training, and ensuring compliance with Horizon North Food Safety protocols.

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

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, presenting, designing, and serving high-quality rotational menus
• Supervising kitchen staff productivity and compliance with Horizon North policies, including health, safety, and quality standards
• Leading training, development, and mentoring of employees
• Ensuring all food is prepared using FOODSAFE and HACCP methods, following safety guidelines
• Managing resources effectively and efficiently
• Serving clients and staff courteously and professionally
• Applying knowledge of dietary restrictions, allergies, vegan, and vegetarian options in meal planning and preparation
• Conducting bi-weekly inventory checks
• Communicating maintenance issues related to equipment promptly
• Performing other duties as assigned

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Extended health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching up to 5%
• Great work-life balance
• Opportunity to grow with a company that is expanding
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader

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Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• You are a Journeyperson or hold an interprovincial Red Seal Certificate
• You have SafeCheck advanced food safety or HACCP certification
• You have at least 7 years of experience in the hospitality/food service industry
• You have at least 7 years of experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants, or remote lodges, with knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
• You are proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, GFS, and Outlook
• You possess extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe implementation, and wage control
• You have a strong practical and theoretical background in all kitchen areas: hot kitchens, cold kitchens, pastry/bakery, butchery, and banquets handling large guest numbers
• You demonstrate effective leadership, a positive personality, and good listening skills