Small Vessel Cook/Deckhand

McKeil Marine Limited; Port Dover; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

McKeil Marine cherche un Deckhand / Cook pour rejoindre son équipe dynamique, offrant un rôle essentiel mêlant cuisine et responsabilités de pont. Le candidat idéal contribuera à un environnement de travail sûr tout en assurant des repas de qualité et un entretien efficace des installations. Les compétences en gestion de la nourriture et en budgétisation sont des atouts majeurs.

Benefits

Programmes de formation et d'amélioration des certificats financés par l'entreprise

Développement de carrière dans une entreprise en pleine croissance

Salaire compétitif et programmes d'avantages sociaux

Qualifications

• Connaissance des normes de sécurité alimentaire et de la préparation des aliments.
• Expérience en gestion de budget et planification de menu souhaitée.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome et en équipe.

Responsibilities

• Préparation des repas pour une petite équipe (3-6 personnes).
• Entretien général et travaux de maintenance.
• Surveillance des besoins en approvisionnement et gestion de budget.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Travail en équipe

Analyse

Education

Bridge Watch Rating ou certificat de cuisinier de bord

Formation aux tâches d'urgence maritimes – Formation de sécurité de base

Job description

McKeil Marine is one of Canada’s leading marine service providers. Experienced and adaptive, we deliver turn-key solutions that support our customers’ success in a wide range of transportation and project challenges. Customer service, safety, quality and respect for the environment are at the heart of our operations. Manned by highly skilled sailing crew, our ever-growing diverse and versatile fleet of bulkers, tankers, tugs, barges and workboats, operating throughout the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence River, East Coast and Canadian Arctic.

Deckhand / Cook

We are looking for eager and self-starting individuals responsible for providing regular meals of an acceptable standard at the designated times while maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene standard in the galley as well as being an active member of the crew on a smaller vessel.

This is a blended role between Cook and Deckhand responsibilities, as such, your role will require you to spend approximately 50-70% of your daily time with galley responsibilities and the remaining time will be allocated to Deck duties, as directed by the Captain.

Why McKeil

• Our crew matter - at McKeil it feels like family
• We sail safe - your safety is our top priority
• Certificate upgrade programs and incentives
• Company paid training
• Competitive wages and comprehensive group benefits program
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• General upkeep and maintenance duties including painting, cleaning, and planned maintenance work
• Support ship-assist, line handling and cargo loading/unloading
• Perform fire and security rounds and maintain gangway watch while in port
• Plan and prepare regular meals at the designated times for a small crew 3-6
• Ensure cleanliness and a high standard of food safety and sanitation throughout the galley, storeroom and freezer
• Responsible for ordering catering supplies within budget
• Supervise the handling of stores received while ensuring a satisfactory standard is supplied
• Adhere to all company health and safety policies and work procedures
• Work with the deck crew as needed
  
  

Qualifications

• Bridge Watch Rating or Ship's Cook certificate issued by Transport Canada preferable but not required
• Valid Marine Medical and Marine Emergency Duties – Basic Safety Training
• Sound knowledge of food handling and preparation
• Experience managing a budget and/or inventory and menu planning
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Team player
  
  

You will join a team of passionate colleagues in fast paced, growing organization that supports all communities in which we operate. McKeil Marine offers a very competitive total compensation program.

To Apply

Please submit your application directly to this posting or email your resume to [e-mail] and reference the position in the subject line.

We thank all applicants but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. McKeil Marine is committed to the principles of Employment Equity.