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Sous Chef - Crossroads Lodge, Kitimat, BC

Dexterra

Vancouver

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading company dedicated to excellence in culinary services. As a Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and leading a team to deliver exceptional dining experiences. With a commitment to safety and quality, this position offers the opportunity to work in a unique environment while enjoying a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about cooking and leadership, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits
Employee and family assistance program
Opportunity to work in remote locations
Growth opportunities within the company

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in hospitality/food service industry with Chef experience.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety protocols and dietary restrictions.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee kitchen operations, menu planning, and food preparation.
  • Train and supervise kitchen staff to ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Culinary Skills
Leadership
Food Safety Knowledge
Menu Planning
Customer Service

Education

Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate
SafeCheck Advanced Food Safety Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Outlook
GFS

Job description

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent of North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of.Work That Matters, People Who Care

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 11-12 hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site from a designated pickup point as assigned.

The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen; ordering food ingredients and planning menu, 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 fitness 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.
  • Other duties as required.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

  • Must be able to provide 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 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.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Experience one of the most remote locations in the world and enjoy the west coast scenery!
  • Extended health and dental benefits plus employee and family assistance program.
  • Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
  • Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

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.

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