Fire Camp Chef – Winnipeg, Manitoba Contract

WHAT’S THE JOB?

Fire Camps are remote camps that require rapid mobilization of staff to get to site in a variety of different locations in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

You must be comfortable working in a remote bush camp setting.  Bush camps are often hours away from any town, with limited to no cell reception and Wi-Fi.  Must be comfortable sleeping in a tent and living in the outdoors as accommodations can range from a lodge to a tent depending on the site.

The Chef is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen in a remote camp; 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.

Key responsibilities include:

• 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 fire support 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

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Journeyperson or interprovincial Red Seal Certificate is preferred
• Valid Safe Food certificate required
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and clean driver’s abstract is preferred
• You have at least 10 years’ experience in the hospitality/food service industry as a Chef in hotels, resorts, fire camps, restaurants and/or remote lodge, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines
• Knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, GFS, Outlook)
• Extensive knowledge of menu costing, recipe cards implementation and wage control
• 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
• Effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills
• Be able to handle the following physical demands:
  • Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
  • Climb ladders or stairs
  • Stand, walk, squat, kneel or sit according to task for extended lengths of time
  • Perform repetitive hand work requiring full use of both hands
  • Perform work with arms at full length
  • Work with arms above shoulder height

WHO ARE WE? 

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent 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.

Dexterra

Fire Camp Chef – Winnipeg, Manitoba