Chef - Jansen Discovery Lodge - Camp Work - 14x7 Rotations
Wicehtowak Frontec Services (WFS) is hiring a Relief Chef for Jansen Discovery Lodge, a workforce housing facility supporting the Jansen potash mine in Saskatchewan. This role involves ensuring high-quality meal preparation and service while maintaining food safety and sanitation standards. The Relief Chef will step in to manage kitchen operations when the Chef is off rotation. The position follows a 14 days on, 7 days off schedule with 12-hour shifts. Camp accommodations and meals are provided. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, menu planning experience, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient kitchen environment.
Position
Work Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Relief Chef oversees kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality and adherence to safety regulations.
- Maintain high standards of food quality and consistency.
- Monitor market demands and adjust food production within budget guidelines.
- Develop and enforce standardized recipes and procedures.
- Support and guide culinary staff, ensuring proper training and development.
- Assist in menu planning, ensuring seasonal variety and cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Sanitation inspections and HACCP guidelines.
- Supervise and discipline employees as needed, following company policies.
- Ensure proper documentation of food temperature logs and production records.
- Taste and adjust flavors, ensuring top-quality presentation.
- Handle guest concerns and complaints effectively.
- Manage catering events and oversee special meal preparations.
- Conduct daily safety meetings and promote workplace safety.
- Train staff in proper kitchen equipment use and safety procedures.
- Lead daily production meetings with staff to discuss meal plans and allergens.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have extensive culinary experience and strong leadership skills.
- Red Seal Certification (Required).
- 3-4 years of experience as a 1st Cook or Sous Chef in the hotel/restaurant industry.
- Advanced Food Safe Certificate required.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint).
- Experience with online food ordering systems.
- Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per shift.
- Experience managing and training a diverse kitchen team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance when necessary.
Perks and Benefits
Employees will benefit from a structured work environment with provided accommodations and meals.
- Camp accommodations and meals provided.
- Competitive hourly wage of $30 per hour.
- Consistent 14/7 rotation schedule.
- Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
- Supportive and inclusive team environment.
Worksite/Project
Jansen Discovery Lodge
The Jansen Discovery Lodge is a state-of-the-art workforce accommodation facility supporting BHP's Jansen Potash Project in Saskatchewan. Designed and constructed by ATCO Structures, the lodge accommodates up to 2,586 workers and offers amenities such as fitness facilities, squash courts, steam rooms, and a 200-seat movie theatre, providing a comfortable living environment for the workforce. In March 2023, BHP awarded a multi-year contract to Wicehtowak Frontec Services (WFS), a joint venture between ATCO Frontec Ltd. and George Gordon Developments Ltd., to provide camp support services at the lodge, reflecting a commitment to Indigenous partnerships and community engagement.
Jansen Discovery LodgeEmployer Hiring
Wicehtowak Frontec Services
Wicehtowak Frontec Services (WFS) is a majority Indigenous-owned joint venture between ATCO Frontec Ltd. and George Gordon Developments Ltd. The partnership was established to deliver comprehensive camp support services, including catering, housekeeping, facility maintenance, and lodge management. In March 2023, WFS was awarded a multi-year contract valued at approximately CAD$86 million to provide camp support services at BHP's Jansen Discovery Lodge in Saskatchewan. This contract underscores WFS's commitment to delivering high-quality services while fostering Indigenous employment and community engagement.
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