Sous Chef - Attachie Lodge, BC

Dexterra; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent work-life balance

Extended health and dental benefits

Employee and family assistance program

Job summary

A leading service company in Fort St. John is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations in a Horizon North camp facility. Candidates should have an interprovincial Red Seal Certificate and a minimum of 10 years experience in the hospitality/food service industry. Responsibilities include menu planning, training kitchen staff, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. This role offers excellent work-life balance on a rotation of 20 days on and 10 days off, along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate is a must.
• SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification required.
• Minimum 10 years experience in hospitality/food service industry.
• At least 10 years as a Chef in various settings.
• Knowledge of computer programs necessary.
• Extensive knowledge of menu costing and recipe management.
• Effective leadership style and good listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations including menu planning.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on safety standards.
• Ensure quality of food using FOODSAFE and HACCP methods.
• Conduct inventory bi-weekly and maintain kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate

SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification

10 years experience in hospitality/food service industry

10 years experience as a Chef

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, GFS, Outlook

Menu costing and recipe cards implementation

Leadership style with positive personality

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 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

Job Description

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
• Supporting with all roles in the kitchen from dishwashing, to prep cook and meal execution to ensure on time meal service and accuracy of kitchen cleanliness to company standard.
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Excellent home and work life balance on rotational schedule of 20 days on and 10 days off.
• 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.

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Qualifications

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 the 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

Additional Information

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.