Second Cook - Vancouver, Canada - Summit Camps

Summit Camps

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

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:

Second Cooks assist the Head Cook and First Cooks to prepare menu items and smaller meals such as hot lunch, ensuring quality, quantity and timing.

Qualifications:

FoodSafe Level 1 (required)
Postsecondary education in culinary arts preferred
Red Seal or Red Seal apprentice preferred
WHMIS preferred
First Aid Level 1 preferred
Minimum of 2 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 alcoholfree 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
Reliable, punctual, consistent
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 12hour shifts

Responsibilities Include:

Prepare items as required by the Head Cook including soups, vegetables, sauces, casseroles, pastas, salads and salad dressings, vegetarian entrees and meats
Prepare hot lunch or other secondary meals as needed
Ensure quality, presentation and timing is met on all items
Assist with overseeing kitchen staff activities
Assist with dishwashing and kitchen cleanup as needed
Assist with unloading and proper storage of grocery orders
Ensure food safety standards are met and maintained at all times
Ensure workspace, storage areas and kitchen are clean, organized, and sanitized
Practice safe work procedures and rectify or report any safety hazards immediately
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures as per task, equipment usage, or PPE requirements

Starting Wage:
$18/hour plus overtime, 12 hour days