Head Cook - Youth Summer Camp - Quesnel, British Columbia
Dexterra Group
- Quesnel, BC
- $285 per day
- Contract
- Full-time
- Location: Quesnel, BC
- Duration: July 13 – August 24 (working straight through for a 6 ½ week period) *dates are subject to change
- Total group size of up to 34 guests
- 25 Indigenous youth participants
- 3-4 Crew Leaders in Training
- 3 Crew Leaders
- 1 Supervisor
- Head cook
- Accommodations
- Provided
- Rustic
- Vary by site
- Uninsulated cabins
- Centralized washrooms
- Own bedding is required
- Time off site
- The Cook and youth rangers receive 1 day off/week
- Option to remain at site during Science Week while youth are off site to enjoy the amenities independently, or visit offsite *travel costs not provided during this period
- Transportation into site is provided
- $250 travel allowance each way with receipts IF out of province travel is required
- Menu
- Designed by Head Cook
- Simple, homestyle cooked meals (think mac and cheese with a side salad, spaghetti Bolognese with garlic bread, etc.)
- 3 hot meals a day
- 2 hot meals a day and lunch table spread during work experience (i.e.: tree planting)
- 1-2 weeks of the entire program
- Consists of items for youth to make own bagged lunches for in the field (sandwich items, fruits, yogurt, etc.)
- Starting rate
- $285 daily rate
- $20 daily bonus
- Food preparation and serving for the day, including breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Cleaning of the kitchen and all dishware’s
- Meal planning
- Food ordering and receiving of orders
- Ensure all foods are prepared using FOODSAFE and Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) methods, and in accordance with Horizon North safety guidelines
- Use knowledge and understanding of dietary restrictions; allergies, vegan, and vegetarian in meal planning and preparation
- Communication with the Camp Supervisor on daily/future plan
- Previous experience cooking and planning a full menu for a group is required
- Valid Food Safe Handling certification is required
- Ability to commit to the full duration of the project is required
- Previous youth summer camp experience is preferred
- You have an effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills
- You have an excellent practical and theoretical background in all areas of the kitchen ie: Hot Kitchens, Cold Kitchens, Pastry / Bakery, Butchery and Banquets dealing with large numbers of guests
- You have the ability to successfully obtain a satisfactory Vulnerable Sectors Check (we cover the costs!)
- Opportunity to enjoy working in a summer camp setting
- Excellent work-life balance with option to enjoy the camp amenities independently during youth Science Week
- Zero cost of living while working on site