Chef, Remote Camp

Compass Group North America; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Chef in a remote camp setting, where you'll lead kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food service. This role offers the chance to create enjoyable dining experiences for clients in diverse environments, from oil rigs to construction camps. With a focus on quality and presentation, you'll supervise a dedicated team while managing food costs and safety standards. If you're passionate about culinary arts and thrive in fast-paced settings, this position is your opportunity to shine and make a real impact.

Benefits

Flights to site

Accommodations

Meals

Qualifications

• 3+ years of kitchen management experience required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate kitchen activities and food preparation.
• Ensure food quality, sanitation, and customer service standards are met.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Food Safety Standards

Interpersonal Skills

Creativity in Food Presentation

Attention to Detail

Education

Red Seal Certification

Post-secondary education in Culinary

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Working Title:Chef, Remote Camp
Employment Status:Full-Time
Starting Hourly Rate:32.00

Included: Flights to site, accommodations, meals

Requirements:

• 3+ years experience
• Drug & Alcohol Test

Address:100 4650 Lazelle Avenue Terrace BC V8G 1S6
New Hire Schedule:12 Hr/Day, Rotation: 28 Days On/14 Days Off (subject to change)

Start Date: May 7, 2025

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Imagine working in a place where thousands of people rely on your team to bring out the best in their day. Join us and know you can make it happen by creating a home away from home for our clients. You can make every day more enjoyable simply by serving a nutritious meal, or ensuring a safe living environment, or creating recreational programs for their down time. No matter what role you play with us, it will be an important one.

Why work with ESS Support Services? We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support services company. We work with clients in the oil and gas, mining, construction, coastal logging, military and defense sectors. Coverage is as diverse as offshore oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, to coastal logging camps in B.C., to construction camps in the Alberta Oil Sands. Facilities are located within drill camps, mining camps, construction camps, pipeline camps, oil and gas installations and correctional facilities.

Job Summary

Directs, coordinates and evaluates assigned kitchen, food production and food-service associates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise, coordinate and participate in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food.
• Ensure all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met.
• Supervise hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action.
• Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
• Ensure proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
• Track food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product.
• Receive and inspect product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory.
• Help select and develop recipes and menus.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Chefs? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• Red Seal Certification.
• Post-secondary education in culinary or related studies.
• Three years of kitchen management experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls and presentation.
• Basic supervisory skills, capable of motivating, leading and developing associates.
• Creative ability to apply trendy food items and presentations to operations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, paying attention to accuracy and detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.