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, an asset

- Red Seal or Red Seal apprentice, an asset

- WHMIS preferred

- First Aid Standard Level required

- 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 minimal supervision

- Robust 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: $21.25 plus overtime, shifts are 12 hours per day, rotations are usually 4 weeks on shift and 2 weeks home

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