Chef

Summary

Join Dexterra Group as a Chef in a world-class Horizon North camp facility, working a 14-days-on, 7-days-off rotation with 12-hour workdays. Transportation from Edmonton is provided. Oversee daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food ordering, preparation, serving, and staff training, adhering to Horizon North's food safety protocols. Collaborate with other chefs, ensuring high-quality food and service. This safety-sensitive role requires drug and alcohol testing and a fitness assessment. Enjoy excellent work-life balance and comprehensive benefits including fully covered extended health and dental, and paid travel time. Dexterra Group is a growing company offering opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

• You’re a Journeyperson or have an interprovincial Red Seal Certificate
• You have an advanced food safety certification
• You have at least 10 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry
• You have at least 5 years’ experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or remote lodge, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisine
• 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; people management, time allocation, job planning, and staff training
• You have an effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills
• You have a passion for the food service industry and a desire to instill that in your team
• You understand safety systems, and lead by example to promote a safety first culture

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present, design, and serve high quality rotational menus
• Manage 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
• Complete administrative task such as scheduling, client and operational reports, etc
• This is a working Chef position, and a balance of administrative and production time is required

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate posses the skills, knowledge and motivation to lead by example every day while fostering a culture of safety, positive attitude and continuous improvement!

Benefits

• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 14 days on/7 days off rotation
• Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered
• Travel time is paid