Job Description: Head Cook (Camp)
Available Position: 1
Location: Camp Whitesand, Theodore, SK, Canada
Employer: The Manitoba-Saskatchewan Conference of SDA Church
Job Type: Seasonal Camp Cook (Summer)
Category: Seasonal/Temporary
Duration: 6-8 weeks (29 June- 10 August 2025)
Salary: CAD$1,000 per week (tentative)
Deadline of Submission: 1 April 2025
Background:
The Manitoba-Saskatchewan Conference is an affiliated conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and a part of a global ministry present in over 217 countries. Our territories cover Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Nunavut. We are driven by a simple yet profound purpose” to develop a culture of making disciples that grows healthy churches, schools, and care homes that connect their communities to Jesus.” Linking to our communities is a strong culture that we uphold, and one way of connecting to them is through our activities at Camp Whitesand during Summer Camp and Camp Meeting. Camp Whitesand provides a place where your child can grow in a safe environment and be surrounded by positive Christian role models. The camp is located in Theodore, SK, 30 minutes west of Yorkton, SK, along the beautiful Whitesand River and is surrounded by a natural forest. The natural surroundings provide an excellent place for camp activities like wakeboarding, Water Skiing, Canoeing, and swimming and 12 km of trails are used for Horseback riding, nature activities and games.
Job Summary:
The Head Cook is responsible for planning, ordering, cooking, and preparing food using standard vegetarian recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in this role should safely handle knives and equipment, including grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. The Lead Cook may supervise employees and delegate responsibilities. The position’s responsibilities may vary by camp requirements and the number of campers per week.
Job Responsibilities:
- Enhance the experience of campers and guests by providing quality, healthy meals and ensuring high quality and safety of food products in all stages of production.
- Supervise kitchen staff in receiving deliveries, ensuring all supplies are checked for quality, labelled and stored correctly, and following food safety policies and sanitation.
- Schedule, assign and supervise daily work activities for assistants and staff up to completion.
- Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
- Contribute to a supportive and positive work environment by modelling inclusivity, dependability, and team cohesiveness.
- Study menus in advance and understand the camp schedule to plan orders and prepare proper amounts of food for a fluctuating level of campers.
- Monitors safety and food handling activities on an ongoing basis, ensuring standards are excellent and appropriate at all times.
- Knowledgeable in operating machines and equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
- Arranges garnishes and portions of food following established guidelines.
- Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
- Follows Camp Whitesand safety policies and procedures, including food safety and sanitation.
- Ensures the security of company assets.
- Conduct thorough kitchen opening and closing checks to meet operational standards and food safety.
- Conduct inventories of kitchen supplies and equipment before opening and during the camp’s closing.
- Other duties assigned by the Camp Director/Youth Director
Requirements:
- An SDA member of regular standing
- Able to work well in remote areas.
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a restaurant or catering establishment.
- Ability to work in a busy environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Legally allowed to work or obtain a temporary work permit in Canada.
- Able to communicate in English.
- Transparent criminal background and vulnerable sector search
Skills & Abilities:
- Extensive experience in cooking and food preparation
- Proficient in kitchen operations, including supervising staff, managing inventory, and meeting food safety standards.
- Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and flavour profiles
- Excellent leadership and management skills
- Demonstrated leadership abilities in a food service setting.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of quality.
- Can work under pressure with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Must lift, move, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to manage heavy workloads.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting as required.
Schedule:
Weekdays and Weekends as needed.
Experience:
- 1-2 years of camp cooking experience preferred.
- Experience in cooking a variety of dishes (multicultural)
Licence/Certification:
Canadian Food Safety Certificate
OHS Certification preferred.
Driving license (Class 5) preferred.
If you are a skilled chef passionate about creating delicious and sumptuous vegetarian dishes and leading a team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with any relevant certifications or references to youth@mansaskadventist.ca. Attention: Pastor Oscar Halvorson.
