Seasonal Cook: From-Scratch, Local Sourcing

Dexterra Group; Prince George; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexterra Group is hiring a Cook for a seasonal post in Canada. The role focuses on creating scratch-made, nutritious meals using locally sourced ingredients for guests in a high-volume setting.

You will ensure food safety, portion control, and guest satisfaction, while collaborating with the operations team to maintain quality and cost efficiency. Applicants should have at least 2 years of cooking experience and a current FoodSafe certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of cooking experience.
• Five years of recent related experience in the food service industry working with high volume culinary teams.
• FoodSafe certified.
• Thorough knowledge of regulations regarding the food service industry.
• Superior communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Artistic culinary palate and ability to present appealing meals.
• Ability to handle employee, customer, and client concerns with tact.
• Work accurately and efficiently while managing multiple tasks.
• Strong knowledge of safe use of kitchen equipment.
• Highly organized with focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Create dishes from scratch using locally grown ingredients.
• Prepare healthy, nutritious meals and serve guests with attention to taste and presentation.
• Build relationships with customers and incorporate feedback.
• Champion the Dexterra Group brand and local sourcing opportunities.
• Assist in managing client relations, inventory, health and safety, and operations.
• Adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Support cost control and diet/allergy awareness in operations.
• Work with the team to improve unit performance and goals.
• Maintain high-volume output (250+ daily) without compromising quality.

Skills

Culinary skills

English communication

Customer service mindset

Team collaboration

Education

FoodSafe certification

Job description

Dexterra Group is hiring a Cook for a seasonal post in Canada. The role focuses on creating scratch-made, nutritious meals using locally sourced ingredients for guests in a high-volume setting.

You will ensure food safety, portion control, and guest satisfaction, while collaborating with the operations team to maintain quality and cost efficiency. Applicants should have at least 2 years of cooking experience and a current FoodSafe certification.