Royal Camp Services is a privately held company which provides industry leading remote location accommodations for workforce housing. We offer long-term and seasonal employment in the culinary, hospitality, remote site services, and remote site operations industries.
Our highly skilled culinary team consists of employees with years of industry experience, formal culinary education, international training, and / or Red Seal Certification. Our team prepares hearty, tasty meals drawing from a variety of menus with access to our extensive inventory of fresh produce, fine quality meats and supplies. The large variety of meal offerings ensures clients with dietary restrictions, such as gluten sensitivity, are still able to have satisfying choices every day. We offer hands on training opportunities for our staff and partner with local post-secondary institutions to provide culinary practicums to the next generation of industry professionals.
Reporting to the Chef, a 1st Cook plays an integral role within Royal Camp Services ltd by ensuring our clients are delivered an exceptional culinary experience. A 1st Cook is responsible for the food safety and quality of food prepared within their assigned station.
Job duties can include but are not limited to the following:
Assist Chef with meal preparation, inventory management, and ordering
Demonstrate mastery of all aspects of cooking for all meal types
Accommodate various diets including vegetarian, vegan, cultural, food allergies, and other specific requests
Responsible for ensuring food quality, food safety, and food standards are met
Bake basic breads and desserts
Able to safely use, clean, and maintain all kitchen equipment
Demonstrate and ensure the use of proper knife skills
Supervise, manage, train, mentor, and direct other kitchen staff
Ensure all daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks are completed
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures as per task, equipment usage, or PPE requirements
Complete OHS required documents, including temperature charts
Participate in toolbox / tailgate meetings, complete hazard assessments / identifications daily
Assist in unloading the grocery truck
All other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Must be able to supply own travel to our transport locations of Edmonton and / or Grande Prairie
3-5 years of culinary experience working in a high-volume professional kitchen
Red Seal Cook Certification an asset
Post-secondary culinary education an asset
Must have a valid Standard First Aid certification and an Alberta Health Services approved Food Safety Certificate
Must have attention to detail and food presentation skills
Proven ability to lead a team, including strong organizational skills and time management skills
Strong organizational skills and time management skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (including reading, writing, and speaking English)
Must be able to lift, move, push, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs.
Available to work multiple assigned rotations including but not limited to 21-7 and 14-7
Available to work a day shift, afternoon shift, split shift, or night shift
Be able to provide at least 2 professional work references
What We Offer:
Opportunities for advancement through internal promotions and culinary apprenticeships
A strong safety culture emphasizing training and awareness so that you come home safely
Competitive industry wages which outperform similar jobs in urban areas
Benefits package available following probationary period
High performing coworkers who will help you excel and adapt to a remote camp environment
Our positions are safety sensitive and require employees to successfully complete a site pre-access drug and alcohol test and site-specific training.
Royal Camp Services
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