First Cook

1 week ago

Vancouver, Canada Summit Camps Full time

Summit Camps is recruiting for workforce camp-based positions. _We offer an inclusive work environment, competitive wages and a benefits package available following probationary period. Travel is also covered from your point of departure._

**Primary Role**: First Cooks are responsible for food safety and quality and the supervision of other kitchen staff, as needed.

**Qualifications**:

- FoodSafe Level 1 (required)
- Post-secondary education in culinary arts preferred
- Red Seal or Red Seal apprentice preferred
- WHMIS preferred
- First Aid Level 1 preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of experience cooking in high volumes preferred
- Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test prior to employment and work/live in a drug and alcohol-free camp environment for up to 4 weeks at a time.

**Personal Attributes & Skills**:

- Highly motivated to prepare fresh, tasteful, appealing food
- Flexible, 'whatever it takes' attitude
- Capable of working independently with mínimal supervision
- Strong supervisory skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Professional image with good personal hygiene
- Must be able to lift, move, push, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs
- Good physical stamina; capable of working long hours on your feet
- Must be able to live in a remote camp environment for up to 4 weeks, working 12-hour shifts

**Responsibilities Include**:

- Communicate with Head Cook/Manager regarding camp numbers, quantities & ordering
- Maintain professional appearance & conduct at all time
- Demonstrate mastery of all aspects of cooking (i.e., proteins, sauces, starches, vegetables, etc.) for all meal types
- Accommodate various diets including vegetarian, vegan, cultural, food allergies, and other specific requests
- Bake basic breads and desserts
- Able to safely use, clean, and maintain all kitchen equipment (i.e., flattop, grill, fryer, meat slicer etc.)
- Demonstrate and ensure the use of proper knife skills
- Responsible for ensuring food quality, food safety (including reporting all food allergies), and food standards are met
- Supervise, manage, train, mentor, and direct other kitchen staff (as required) Ensure all daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks are completed
- Ensure food quality, food safety (including reporting all food allergies), and food standards are met
- Adhere to all safety policies and procedures as per task, equipment usage, or PPE requirements

Starting Wage: Dependent upon experience

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