Chef, Remote Camp

Compass Group North America; Canada; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice company in Canada is seeking a Chef for remote camps, responsible for preparing high-quality meals. Candidates must have proven cooking experience, a food safety certification, and excellent communication skills. This seasonal role offers a starting hourly rate of $26, along with flights and accommodation included.

Benefits

Flights included

Accommodations provided

12hr/Day schedule with rotation

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Ability to maintain quality food service at all times.
• Physical ability to carry out duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food products as directed.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to policies.
• Communicate effectively with operational departments.

Skills

Proven cooking experience

Food Safety Certification

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Certificate from a recognized cooking school

Job description

Overview

Working Title: Chef, Remote Camp

Employment Status: Seasonal (until Oct 16, 2025)

Starting Hourly Rate: 26.00

Includes: Flights, accommodations

Address: Moose Lake, 1.25 drive from The Pas MB R0B 0Y0

New Hire Schedule: 12hr/Day, Rotation: 14 Days On/14 Days Off

Start Date: As soon as possible

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees. We operate in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations, and more, in Canada and 50+ other countries. Join us now and point your career forward!

Imagine working in a place where thousands of people rely on your team to bring out the best in their day. You can make every day more enjoyable by serving nutritious meals, ensuring a safe living environment, or creating recreational programs for downtime. No matter the role, it will be important.

Why work with ESS Support Services? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We work with clients in oil and gas, mining, construction, coastal logging, military and defense sectors. Coverage ranges from offshore rigs to coastal and construction camps, with facilities located in drill camps, mining camps, construction camps, pipeline camps, oil and gas installations and correctional facilities.

Job Summary

Prepares food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare mise en place (setting in place of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery, etc.) and other products as required for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.