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Positions: Camp Cook (Second Cook)
Employer: Camp Fircom Society 
Location: Gambier Island BC (includes accom.) near West Vancouver / North Vancouver 

Job Posting & Description 

Working with the Food Service team, the Camp Cook will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the Food Service Department. The Camp Cook will provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff members of the kitchen team and any volunteers that are working in the kitchen.

This position is full-time, minimum 35 hours per week from April 8th through to October 25th, 2026. As such, the successful candidate is required to live on site during this time period.

Overview: A short 20 minute water taxi ride from Horseshoe Bay, Camp Fircom is situated on a 120-acre waterfront property with access to ample recreational opportunities, including swimming beaches and hiking trails.

Living Arrangements: Accommodation is provided in a shared, rustic cabin without utilities. Shared washroom facilities exclusively for staff use are provided, and wifi is available in various communal spaces. Meals are included when guests are on site and Food Service is offered.

Dates: Start date - April 8, 2026; End Date - October 25, 2026

Wage: $21.00 per hour, plus accommodation, all meals when Food Service is offered, and water taxi fares (two return trips per month)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Training and Supervision:

• Actively participating in 100% of all training offered at the beginning of the contract and throughout the season
• Assisting in co-training other kitchen staff as required

Food Preparation and Meal Service:

• Engaging and communicating with guests, staff and volunteers in a friendly, respectful and effective manner
• Responding to guests’ needs and inquiries in a timely manner and providing inviting, knowledgeable customer service during meal times
• Operating standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Preparing, seasoning and cooking food as directed, meeting dietary requirements where required
• Following recipes and presentation specifications
• Preparing meals, as well as elevated wedding menu dishes
• Ensuring timely delivery of meal service

• Restocking salad bar and hot beverage station in a proactive, responsive manner
• Managing daily prep routine, including vegetarian meals and special dietary meals
• Working within a defined budget, which includes proper food portioning
• Taking responsibility for assigned work tasks and ensuring they are completed before going on break and/or leaving for the night
• Being open and responsive to requests, feedback and direction of the Head Chef/Food Service Director & Sous Chef

Kitchen Systems and Organization:

• Helping maintain daily/weekly logs re: temperature of fridge, meals, waste, etc.
• Overseeing the proper use and care of the waste management system - composting, recycling, etc.

Kitchen Maintenance and Cleanliness:

• Maintaining required Food Safe and other health standards and protocols
• Contributing to a clean, sanitary work environment
• Cleaning and maintaining work station, practicing good safety and sanitation protocols
• Adhering to all sanitation and food production codes
• Dishwashing as needed

General:

• Being sensitive to, and striving toward, fulfilling the mission and values of Camp Fircom
• Carrying out other duties as required, including helping to clean the Dining Hall on departure days when the Guest Experience team requires extra assistance

Safety:

• Monitoring staff and kitchen safety, and reporting any concerns to the Head Chef/Food Service Director
• Developing a working knowledge of Camp Fircom’s Staff Manual and Policy & Procedure Manual
• Learning Camp Fircom’s Emergency Procedures and being prepared for emergencies
• Being a member of the site Fire Response Team (training provided)
• Taking ownership for the safety of guests, volunteers and fellow staff, and actively managing risk

Reporting and Evaluations:

• The Camp Cook reports to the Head Chef/Food Service Director, who will lead a goal setting and evaluation process for the Camp Cook
• The Camp Cook reports to the Sous Chef when the Head Chef/Food Service Director is away from the kitchen

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of cooking experience, preferably in hotels, camps, or other large-scale venues
• Current Level 1 Food Safe
• Current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search upon hire (requirement by age)
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• Strong knife skills and cooking abilities
• Exceptional time management skills
• Ability to stand or walk for 8-hour shifts, and bend, lift, and carry 50 pounds
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends
• Willingness to comply with all Food Safety, Food Service, and Camp Fircom-related policies, procedures and protocols
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable based on guest and staff needs, as well as the needs of the organization

Assets:

• Banquet experience
• Experience living in a remote work setting
• Fluency in a second language
• First Aid & CPR certification

Application Process:

If interested in applying for this position, please email an ‘Expression of Interest’ Letter and Resume to Terra McKenzie, Executive Director ( terra@fircom.ca ) NO LATER THAN Friday, March 20, 2026 at 4:00pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

We would like to acknowledge that Camp Fircom is located on Cha7elkwnech (Gambier Island), in the ancestral and unceded territory of Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish First Nation).

Camp Fircom is an equity employer and we encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people, people of all sexual orientation and genders, and others who may contribute to our further diversification.

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