Job Description

1st Cook Gahcho Kue - $63,500/year - $71,500/year

Point of Pick up for this Position is Calgary and within the NWT

Medical benefits and RSP matching available

A Red Seal Certification or Journeyman is required. Please ensure to include your Red Seal, Journeyman, WHMIS, Food Safe, and any other safety certification when submitting your resume.

Our Company:

100% owned by the Yellowknives Dene First Nation, Bouwa Whee Catering is a division of the Det'on Cho Hospitality Group, providing top-tier, professional camp catering services to Canada's northern mines. We promote a positive work-place culture focused on growth, teamwork and inclusivity and are seeking a 1st Cook for our Gahcho Kue Mine site.

The Position:

Reporting to the Chef at the Gahcho Kue Diamond Mine, the 1st Cook is a full-time position.

The 1st Cook assists the Chef in leading and directing the Food Service Team in preparing and serving all food products based on the requirements of the day-to-day menu, and the direction of our client.

Further duties include (but are not limited to): menu development, the training of junior staff members, assisting with cleaning duties, and ensuring that Food Safe practices are strictly adhered to at all times.

The successful candidate must also be willing and able to fulfill all reasonable related requests of the Chef and our client.

Qualifications:

Our ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:

Experience in Food Service Management or as a Sous-Chef in a hotel or restaurant environment*

Minimum 5 years related experience in the Food Service Industry*

A current WHMIS and Level 1 & 2 Food Safe Certificates*

Ability to balance daily menu specials alongside existing set menu, taking into account food cost factors, variety and presentation*

Knowledge of the safe and efficient operation of all equipment in the Food Service area of operations*

Able to lead and direct other kitchen staff in the completion of their daily duties*

Understanding of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals in the Food Service areas of operation, and understand the safety precautions necessary while using these products*

Familiar with the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)*

Must be organized and able to lead the kitchen team during peak periods of production in the absence of the Chef*

Exceptional Customer Service skills and enjoy working with the public*

Ability to work under limited supervision.*

Concept of working as a team player and have the ability to work well with others*

Ability to work 12 hour days in a fast paced environment*

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for:

menu development*

the training of junior staff members*

assisting with cleaning duties*

ensuring that Food Safe practices are strictly adhered to at all times*

Assist the Chef in preparing weekly orders for groceries and other kitchen supplies, based on the needs of the kitchen and ensuring the rotation of all stock*

Priority Statement: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and supported. We encourage applications from all individuals who meet the qualifications of the role. First preference shall be given to qualified individuals who identify as Yellowknives Dene First Nation, with those who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit) also prioritized.

We thank all applicants for submissions, however only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.