Sous Chef - Coastal BC

Dexterra Group; Prince Rupert; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Canada is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations at a remote camp. The role requires extensive culinary expertise and leadership skills, ensuring high-quality meals and compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a Red Seal Certificate and significant experience in hospitality. This position offers a 20/10 rotational schedule and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Work-life balance with a 20/10 rotational schedule

Extended health and dental benefits

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in hospitality/food service.
• At least 10 years as a Chef in hotels, resorts, or restaurants.
• Strong practical and theoretical knowledge across kitchen areas.

Responsibilities

• Design and serve high-quality rotational menus.
• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure productivity.
• Manage resources effectively and efficiently.
• Conduct bi-weekly inventory checks.

Skills

Leadership skills

Menu costing

Food safety knowledge

Culinary expertise

Education

Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate

SafeCheck advanced food safety or HACCP certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

GFS

Outlook

Job description

Company Description

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX: DXT) with a broad presence across North America. We offer numerous full-time and part-time opportunities, fostering a culture of stability, diversity, inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and passion for meaningful work. With over 75 years of service, our companies are dedicated to creating and managing built environments vital to our economy and communities.

Work That Matters, People Who Care

Job Description

Located at a world-class Horizon North camp facility, this position operates on a 20 days on, 10 days off schedule, with 11-12 hour workdays. Transportation is provided from a designated pickup point.

The Sous Chef oversees daily kitchen operations, manages food orders, plans menus, assists with food preparation and service, trains staff, and ensures compliance with Horizon North Food Safety protocols.

This role is safety-sensitive and requires drug and alcohol testing and a fitness assessment prior to employment.

Your Responsibilities

• Design and serve high-quality rotational menus.
• Supervise kitchen staff, ensuring productivity and adherence to policies, safety, and quality standards.
• Train, develop, and mentor team members.
• Ensure all food preparation complies with FOODSAFE and HACCP standards and safety guidelines.
• Manage resources effectively and efficiently.
• Provide personable and professional service to clients and staff.
• Consider dietary restrictions, allergies, vegan, and vegetarian options in meal planning.
• Conduct bi-weekly inventory checks.
• Support all kitchen roles to ensure timely meal service and cleanliness standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We Offer

• Work-life balance with a 20/10 rotational schedule.
• Extended health, dental benefits, and employee assistance programs.
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding company.
• Join an industry leader from day one.

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Qualifications

• Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate required.
• SafeCheck advanced food safety or HACCP certification.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in hospitality/food service.
• At least 10 years as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants, or remote lodges, with expertise in international and domestic cuisines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, GFS, Outlook.
• Experience with menu costing, recipe implementation, and wage control.
• Strong practical and theoretical knowledge across kitchen areas: Hot, Cold, Pastry/Bakery, Butchery, and Banquets.
• Effective leadership skills, positive personality, and good listening abilities.

Additional Information

Dexterra Group is committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, Indigenous status, or other protected factors. Accommodations are available during the hiring process upon request.