Chef

Job Description

FIFO Shift Schedule: 28 days on / 14 days off

Job Description:
Chefs play a leadership role in delivering high-quality culinary services in a remote camp environment. Working as the head of kitchen operations, you’ll oversee food production, budgeting, staff supervision, and food safety while maintaining strong relationships with on-site clients and guests.

This is a fly-in/fly-out camp role with accommodations and meals provided. You’ll be responsible for ensuring efficient kitchen operations, compliance with safety standards, and consistent meal service in a fast-paced, industrial camp setting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing kitchen budgets, inventory, food costs, and profitability
• Overseeing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and service
• Ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Enforcing food safety, HACCP, and health code requirements
• Training, supervising, and managing kitchen staff
• Completing daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports
• Communicating effectively with site management, clients, and guests
• Ensuring compliance with company and client safety protocols
• Participating in daily safety meetings and requirements
• Assisting with general camp duties as required

Qualifications & experience:

• Red Seal or Journeyman Chef Certification with 3–5 years’ experience
• Previous remote camp experience (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and camp operations
• Valid Food Safe Level 1 certification
• First Aid certification
• Proficient with computers
• Strong English reading and writing skills
• Ability to work independently in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership, time management, and organizational skills

Employment type: Full-time
Compensation: $25.00–$28.00 per hour (overtime available)

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