First Cook

Dexterra; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in Canada is seeking a First Cook based in a Horizon North camp facility. As a First Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking main meals, ensuring high standards are met. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in the food service industry and knowledge of international cuisines. This position offers a 20 days on/10 days off rotation with excellent work-life balance and fully covered health benefits.

Benefits

Fully covered health and dental benefits

Paid travel time

20 days on/10 days off rotation

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in hospitality or food service industry.
• At least 1 year as a Sous Chef with knowledge of various cuisines.
• FoodSafe Level I certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook all main meals to high standards.
• Ensure meals are prepared within allocated food budget.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Menu planning

Kitchen equipment operation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Company Description

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent 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.

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 10‑12 hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site from a pickup point in Edmonton.

The First Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking all main meals as per requirements; and ensuring all meals are prepared and served on time to the highest standards of Horizon North.

This position is safety sensitive and requires drug, alcohol and fit to work testing as a condition of employment.

Your work will include:

• Cook a variety of appetizing meals which includes: meats, seafood, soups, poultry, vegetables and other food items
• Use all kinds of cooking method to prepare top quality food including deep‑frying, pan‑frying, broiling, baking, boiling, grilling, sautéing, steaming and other methods
• Ensure that all meals are prepared within the allocated food budget
• Ensure consistency in food delivery including cooking, handling, storing and labeling products in accordance with FOODSAFE standards
• Perform other duties in final food presentation including plating and garnishing
• Operate all kinds of commercial and non‑commercial kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, steamers, grills, broilers and other equipment
• Assist in menu planning, inventory counts and grocery orders
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of dining room and kitchen areas

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
• Minimum 1 year prior experience as a Sous Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or camps, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
• Must have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen i.e: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests;
• FoodSafe Level I is minimum. SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification is an asset.
• Knowledge of Computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sysco, Outlook)
• Successful candidate MUST obtain a 80% make or higher on the mandatory WHMIS test (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Enjoy excellent work‑life balance with a 20 days on/10 days off rotation.
• 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.

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.