Breakfast Cook (MV Isabelle)

*Open to Internal Applicants Only

Primary Location: Squamish, British Columbia, Canada (January 2024) 

Employee Status: Contract 

Work Language: English 

Hours 60 – 84 hours per week 

About LandSea 

Operating out of beautiful Squamish British Columbia, between the mountains, sea, and sky, Landsea specializes in providing workforce accommodation and catering solutions for projects in remote land and marine locations throughout BC (British Columbia) and Western Canada.  We believe in and strive towards, “creating good places for people to live.  Anywhere.”  

About Working on a “Floatel” 

LandSea will be providing workforce catering and accommodation services for guests onboard the MV Isabelle, a 650 passenger “Floatel”. The Floatel will be permanently docked in Squamish, B.C. and is estimated to operate for up to three years.  All crew members onboard the MV Isabelle must have the minimum marine safety certifications required by Transport Canada for the specific job.  

Individuals who do not have the required marine safety certifications (see details below) will be required to attend a 5 – 10-day marine safety program. LandSea covers the costs of training, however, crew who do not complete minimum employment contracts are responsible to repay part of all the training costs.   

At work, the crew are provided with accommodation, full meals, WIFI and can access health/gym facilities they can access when off work. We provide partial uniforms and help with the travel/reservations as needed to and from locations. Excellent Health and Wellness benefits are offered after three months.    

About the Opportunity 

The Breakfast Cook is responsible for preparing breakfast service items outlined in a predetermined menu plan. They must be able to work fast yet diligently with a focus on consistency while open to direction.  The Breakfast Cook reports to the Chef or Relief Chef. 

Job Responsibilities 

Participates in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of breakfast  

Demonstrate mastery of all aspects of scratch and par baking (I.e., breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, squares, etc. 

Demonstrates creativity in baking production creating variety for each type of baked good 

Assists Chef with meal preparation, inventory management, and ordering  

Accommodate various diets including vegetarian, vegan, cultural, food allergies, and other specific requests 

Ability to safely use, clean, and maintain all kitchen equipment 

Able to handle all kinds of food products, including pork and meat products 

Supervise, manage, train, mentor and direct other kitchen staff 

Ensure all daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks are completed 

Adhere to safety policies and procedures as per task, equipment usage, or PPE requirements 

Assist with unloading grocery truck 

All other duties as may be assigned 

Qualifications 

Minimum of 2-3 years' experience as Breakfast Cook preferably in a remote environment 

Post secondary culinary education considered an asset 

Red Seal Baker or Cook certification an asset 

Proven organizational, time management and interpersonal skills (including reading, writing and speaking English) in an industrial kitchen environment 

Food Safety certification in the province of British Columbia for the duration of employment is required 

Advanced (level 2) Food Safety certification is preferred 

First Aid Certification is preferred 

Ability to work within a multicultural diverse environment 

Excellent written and verbal English 

Proven experience with inventory and grocery ordering 

Physical Requirements

Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch for long periods of time  

Repeat the same movements including fast, repetitive movements of fingers, hands, and wrists  

Use muscles to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 lbs  

Use hands to handle objects and tools 

Certifications and other requirements 

Domestic Vessel Safety Certificate  

Passenger Safety Management Certificate 

Advanced First Aid an asset 

Ability to clear a drug and alcohol test prior to hiring and potential random tests throughout employment with prior notice; 

Serving it Right Certification an asset 

WHMIS 2015 

Valid Government Issued Identification 

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian, PR Status, or valid Work Permit) 

Criminal Record Check 

Must be able to provide own transportation to designated travel hub (Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver, Prince George, Terrace etc.,)