Sous Chef- Remote Camp- Squamish, BC

Job Description

LandSea provides accommodation and catering solutions for workforces in remote locations throughout BC. We believe in and strive towards, "creating good places for people to live. Anywhere." Learn more about us on our website at https://landseacamps.com/

About Working in Remote Camps

• Our camps are located in remote areas and staff live on-site on scheduled shifts and leave camp on scheduled breaks.
• Most of our LandSea camps offer individual staff accommodation, ensuite or shared bathroom, full meals, WIFI and some have health/gym facilities for staff.
• Camp staff work long hours and multiple days in a row. A typical workday is between 10-12 hours (day or night shift) and overtime rates apply.
• Health and Safety and a Respectful Workplace are essential for everyone working together at LandSea. Our camps are drug and alcohol-free workplaces and require pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

About Working on a “Floatel”

LandSea will be providing workforce catering and accommodation services for guests onboard the MV Isabelle, a 650-passenger “Floatel”.

At work, the crew is provided with accommodation, full meals, and WIFI, and can access health/gym facilities 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 being offered.

The Sous Chef is responsible for preparing high-quality meals, supervising kitchen staff, maintaining food safety standards, and assisting with inventory control and kitchen operations.

About the Job, Benefits and Perks

Schedule: 12-hour shifts depending on operational needs

Rotation: 4 weeks on and 2 weeks off

Travel Subsidy may be available for inbound and outbound travel

Health and Wellness Benefits program available for full-time staff

Meals and accommodation while working on site

Partial uniform is provided

Footwear allowance may be available

Company and team building events

Opportunities for professional development such as continuous training and possible mentorship programs

Camp Location

This camp is remote and located in Squamish, BC. Our team organizes all logistics and travel for employees to get to and from camp.

Job Qualifications

Red Seal Ticket (preferred)

Advanced Foodsafe Certificate

Minimum 3-5 years' experience as 1st Cook / Sous Chef within a remote camp environment

Demonstrated experience supervising a kitchen team

Job Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Executive Chef and assuming responsibility for daily galley operations during his absence.

Leading and coordinating the kitchen team, assigning duties, supporting training and maintaining consistent food quality and service standards.

Supporting menu planning and production planning according to occupancy, dietary requirements and operational needs.

Managing food ordering, receiving, inventory, stock rotation and waste control, while monitoring food and labour costs and addressing variances.

Completing kitchen administration and maintaining accurate records, including food safety documentation, production records and inventory reporting.

Leading engaging toolbox meetings and encouraging staff participation in safety and operational discussions.

Assist with preparation and disassembly for moving and relocation may be required

Along with the Camp Manager, facilitate safety meetings ensuring that all staff report accidents, safety concerns, and work hazards

Provides first class customer service, kitchen, and facility cleanliness

Prepare and cook complete buffet style meals or individual dishes and foods consistent with menu plan

Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment

Prepare weekly food orders and input or process as directed by LandSea Head Office

Clean-up workspace surfaces, appliances, buffet lines, pots, pans, dishes and all food related equipment and supplies

Adhere to all safety practices, procedures and guidelines

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Qualifications

• Ability to lead kitchen operation in Head Chef’s absence.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks.
• Ability to deal and communicate optimally with staff and customers at all levels.
• Ability to follow accurately and issue instructions, written or oral.
• Strong people leadership skills.
• Advanced Food Safe
• 1-2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen or productive catering
• Experience of purchasing and profit optimization.
• Experience in industrial catering.
• Experience of H.A.C.C.P documentation
• Experience of menu planning
• Dedication and self-motivation
• Good reliability and time keeping.
• To work on own initiative or as part of a team
• Courteous manner
• Flexible approach to hours and duties
• Willingness to undergo training as the need arises

About Landsea

LandSea Camp and Catering Services is proud to be part of the Aramark Canada family, a global leader in hospitality and support services. This partnership means that when you join LandSea, you also become part of Aramark’s nationwide network – gaining access to broader career opportunities, resources, and growth pathways across diverse industries.

LandSea Camp Services provides safe, inclusive, and fully supported workforce accommodations for projects across Western Canada. Joining the LandSea team means working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment where professionalism, community, and care are at the heart of everything we do. Our people are dedicated, energetic, and service‑driven—committed to delivering a comfortable and exceptional experience for every client and colleague. Click here to learn more about LandSea Camps.

The pay range for this position is $90,000.00 - $100,000.00.