Essential Job Duties:
- Prepare nutrient‑dense meals to support the physical demands of tree‑planting work.
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Support the Head Cook with all kitchen operations and delegated tasks.
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Assist with daily meal service, including breakfast, lunch table, block treats, and dinner.
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Drive to pick up food orders and assist with kitchen inventory management.
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Facilitate kitchen and dining tent setup and take down.
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Ensure the kitchen and dining tent meet regulations at all times.
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Implement and follow food safety management practices.
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Apply knowledge of tree‑planting operations to anticipate planter needs and support efficient camp workflows, contributing to a well‑organized and responsive camp environment.
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Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and food preparation areas.
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Support overall camp cleanliness, including maintaining showers, tents, washroom facilities, and common areas.
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Organize equipment before, during, and after shifts.
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Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
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Ensure the camp exceeds company standards and OH&S compliance.
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Comply with applicable federal, provincial, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follow all company policies and procedures.
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Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Spectrum and Wright Canada Holdings culture of safety and employee ownership.
Other Duties:
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Position will require travel to, from and between work sites.
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During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster.
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Operate trucks and ATVs.
Knowledge, Skills & Ability Requirements:
(Knowledge – Comprehension of a body of information acquired by experience or study. Skill – a present, observable competence to perform an activity. Ability – a competence to perform an observable behavior.)
- Able to lift, move, and maneuver up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 30 pounds frequently.
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Demonstrates strong organizational skills, including effective equipment organization before, during, and after shifts.
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Adaptable to a dynamic, fast‑paced, and continually changing work environment.
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Self‑motivated, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
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Capable of prioritizing multiple and competing tasks as new situations arise.
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Able to read, write, and communicate in English at a level sufficient to perform job duties and interact with employees and vendors.
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Strong decision‑making, organizational, and time‑management abilities.
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Communicate effectively and professionally with employees at all levels.
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Willing and able to work, live, and thrive in a remote camp setting.
Education, Certification & Experience Requirements:
(The minimum level of education obtained, certifications held, or experience in years acceptable for the role.)
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No prior cooking experience required; must demonstrate an eagerness to learn and an interest in cooking
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2 years of tree‑planting experience preferred
Other Preferred Requirements: (driver’s license, CDL, pesticide or herbicide license, CPR or first-aid certified)
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A valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License, or equivalent, and a current Driver’s Abstract
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Preference may be given to candidates holding a valid BC Intermediate or Advanced First Aid certification, or equivalent
Language Requirements (read, write, speak):
English - Read, Write, Speak
Spanish - Read, Write, Speak
Other Language _________________ - Read, Write, Speak
Travel Requirements:
- No-Seldom
- Yes-Occasional (up to 5%)
- Yes-Moderate (5% to 25%)
- Yes-Substantial (25% to 50%)
- Yes-Extensive (greater than 50%)
Physical Characteristics:
(The physical demands necessary to perform the job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.)
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Sit for long periods of time while operating equipment
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Lift heavy objects, up to 20 pounds, on an infrequent basis
Environmental Factors:
(The working conditions including environment if outside - weather/temperature, noise or otherwise normal office environment.)
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Working outside in extreme weather conditions
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Regular and consistent exposure to loud noises from equipment and machinery
