First Cook

About Dexterra Group

Dexterra Group is a fast‑growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:

DXT) with a far‑reaching presence across North America and hundreds of full‑time and part‑time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work‑life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities.

Based in a world‑class Horizon North camp facility, the regular shift for this position is 20 days on and 10 days off, with 10–12 hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site from a pickup point in Edmonton.

• Cook a variety of appetizing meals which includes meats, seafood, soups, poultry, vegetables and other food items.
• Use all kinds of cooking methods to prepare top‑quality food including deep‑frying, pan‑frying, broiling, baking, boiling, grilling, sautéing, steaming and other methods.
• Ensure that all meals are prepared within the allocated food budget.
• Ensure consistency in food delivery including cooking, handling, storing and labeling products in accordance with FOODSAFE standards.
• Perform other duties in final food presentation including plating and garnishing.
• Operate all kinds of commercial and non‑commercial kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, steamers, grills, broilers and other equipment.
• Assist in menu planning, inventory counts and grocery orders.
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of dining room and kitchen areas.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the hospitality / food service industry.
• Minimum 1 year prior experience as a Sous Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants and/or camps, with the cooking competency and knowledge of international and domestic cuisines.
• Must have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen, i.e. hot kitchens, cold kitchens, pastry / bakery, butchery and banquets dealing with large numbers of guests.
• Food Safe Level I is minimum. Safe Check advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification is an asset.
• Knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sysco, Outlook).
• Successful candidate MUST obtain a 80% make or higher on the mandatory WHMIS test (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System).

• Enjoy excellent work‑life balance with a 20 days on/10 days off rotation.
• Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered.
• Travel time is paid.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability‑related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

Location:

Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada