Production Chef, Full Time

Compass Group Canada; Dubreuilville; Remote; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and Accommodation provided

Overtime

Benefits after 3 months

Job summary

ESS Canada is seeking a Production Chef to direct, coordinate and evaluate kitchen operations for a Fly In/Fly Out remote camp. You will manage daily cooking, production planning, inventory, and staff scheduling while upholding health and safety standards in a high-volume environment.

Requirements include 3 years of foodservice management, culinary education, Food Safe (and Red Seal preferred). Shifts are 10 hours, 20 on/10 off. Hourly wage $28.00, with benefits after 3 months.

Qualifications

• 3 years of foodservice or related management experience in high volume, food production environment.
• Post-secondary education in culinary or related studies.
• Red Seal Certificate and experience working in Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) preferred.
• Food Safe Certification.
• Advanced Food Safe or Red Seal certification is an asset.
• Creative ability to apply trendy food items and presentations to operations.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, paying attention to accuracy and detailExcellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Solid knowledge of hygiene and occupational health and safety standards.
• Customer service oriented and strong communication skills.
• Capable of performing administrative duties.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Willingness to accommodate a flexible work schedule (including weekends)

Responsibilities

• Direct daily kitchen operations and supervise staff.
• Prepare, cook, and present meals for high-volume production.
• Coordinate catering events.
• Ensure health and safety policies are followed.
• Complete purchase summaries and inventory.
• Place orders and manage budget.

Skills

Food service management

High volume cooking

Leadership

Food Safe Certification

Red Seal preferred

Menu planning

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Flexible schedule

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in culinary or related studies

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

As a Production Chef, you will be responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating assigned kitchen, food production and food-service associates.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for daily operations, such as preparation, cooking, presentation and services periods
• Be responsible for occasional catering events
• Ensure all health and safety policies are followed
• Perform administrative duties that include completion of weekly purchase summaries, scheduling associates for events, inventory
• Direct and supervise all aspects of food production and services
• Coordinate and prepare a large volume of meals daily following several different menus and concepts
• Ensure appropriate portions and presentation
• Plan production, delegate tasks and manage kitchen staff
• Control and recycle surplus production
• Assist with assessment of food requirements according to the menu and inventory, ordering the necessary commodities according to operational standards
• Complete production sheets and/or register
• Control the quality of commodities as soon as they arrive and rotate the stock
• Place orders
• Adhere to the budget
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, sanitation and safety standards
• Assist with service provision as needed

Qualifications

• 3 years of foodservice or related management experience in high volume, food production environment
• Post-secondary education in culinary or related studies
• Red Seal Certificate and experience working in Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) preferred
• Food Safe Certification
• Advanced Food Safe or Red Seal certification is an asset
• Creative ability to apply trendy food items and presentations to operations
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, paying attention to accuracy and detailExcellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills
• Solid knowledge of hygiene and occupational health and safety standards
• Customer service oriented and strong communication skills
• Capable of performing administrative duties
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Willingness to accommodate a flexible work schedule (including weekends)

Position Requirements

• Fly In/Fly Out - Remote Camp
• Valid full driver’s license with a clean record
• Pass a Drug & Alcohol Test
• Pass a Criminal Record Check
• Shift: 10hr/Day
• Rotation: 20 Days on/ 10 Days off

Perks

• Travel and Accommodation provided
• Overtime
• Benefits after 3 months

ESS Canada is committed to building meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities and supporting inclusive employment opportunities. Consistent with our Indigenous community partnership commitments and voluntary employment equity initiatives, qualified Indigenous applicants (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) may be given preference in the hiring process. Such applicants are invited to voluntarily self-identify and may be required to confirm a claim of Indigenous identity during the hiring process.

The hourly wage for this position is $28.00. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence-based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process. This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

What's in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
• We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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