Second Cook (Full-Time Permanent)

Job No: PVG202010309
Location: Northwestern, BC

Welcome to the Brucejack Mine!

We are Pretivm – a Canadian mining company, headquartered in Vancouver, BC, owns and operates the high-grade underground Brucejack gold mine located 65 kilometres north of the town of Stewart in northern British Columbia. Commercial production was announced July 2017 and in 2020 the mine produced over 347 thousand ounces of gold at an All In Sustaining Cost of US$981 per ounce of gold sold. In 2020 Pretium generated over US$369 million of free cash flow. Brucejack is one of the largest and highest-grade gold mines globally and as of January 1, 2021 has Proven and Probable mineral reserves of 3.9 million ounces of gold (14.4 million tonnes grading 8.3 grams per tonne gold). Pretium trades on the TSX and NYSE under the ticker symbol "PVG".

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring a safe, comfortable and diverse working environment. We are working closely with our neighbours – the local communities and First Nations - to provide employment.

About the Opportunity:

We currently have some incredible opportunities available for Second Cook to join the Brucejack Mine remote work-site in Northwestern, British Columbia. This is a full time position that will work onsite on a rotating shift of 13 days on and 13 days off.

This position is located at Pretium Exploration Inc.'s "Pretivm" Brucejack site within the Catering Department. The position’s primary report is to the Chef and to the First Cook supervisors.

The Second Cook will be responsible for producing and serving the dinner menu as directed by the First Cook and Chef, to high standards of quality and Food Safety. The Second Cook follows the production plan and recipes provided, as well as preparing for future needs as directed while maintaining the required standards and cleanliness, and adhering to the methods and processes outlined.

Responsibilities:

Perform following duties, with safety being the number one priority:

  • Ensure that Food Safety policies and SOP are followed
  • Conduct all work in a manner that is safe, and in accordance with Pretivm policies
  • Ensure that all WHMIS guidelines are followed, be familiar with MSDS materials for all products used, and use appropriate PPE for all tasks
  • Produce the dinner menu as directed by the First Cook and Chef, to high standards of quality and Food Safety following the recipes and production plan provided
  • Prepare and organize as directed for future needs
  • Maintain and operate the hot service line as scheduled, follow all Food Safe procedures and complete required logs and checklists
  • Process and store leftover food in accordance with Food Safe guidelines and Pretivm policy
  • Assist and demonstrate a positive example to Third Cooks
  • Complete kitchen cleaning routines and nightly service line and equipment shut down
  • Assist with receiving and storing grocery orders as needed.
  • Monitor inventory in area of responsibility and report stock that is low, poor quality or out
  • Attend daily safety meetings, fill out a Surface Safety Card, and participate in reporting any issues or concerns to supervisors
  • Contribute to the efficiency, safety, high morale, and smooth operation of the Catering & Accommodations team. We are all expected to pitch in wherever needed
  • Make sure that all equipment and tools are well – maintained and in good working order
  • Report any damage or needed repairs
  • Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

  • Grade twelve or GED.

Skills:

Position requirements include, but are not limited to:

  • WHMIS
  • Foodsafe 1
  • Kitchen and / or camp experience, some culinary education is preferred

Additional Information:

  • Work at remote location (camp) on a 13 days on/13 days off rotation
  • Able to pass a pre-employment medical screening
  • Must be able to lift/move up to 50lbs throughout a work shift
  • Be able maintain high levels of performance over 10 to 12 hour shifts
  • Able to work in areas of extreme weather conditions
  • Able to work in close quarters with the team
  • Pretivm promotes a drug and alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing

What we can offer you:

As an employer of choice we are committed to ensuring that all of our team members are kept healthy and safe. To achieve this, we provide comfortable camp accommodations, as well as balanced meals prepared by our culinary team

Team members can expect access to TV and wifi, our on-site gym and a variety of recreational activities. 

All of our team members are also rewarded with a host of great benefits, including:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.
  • Extended medical benefits and wellness coverage for eligible employees.

It is important to note that the wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

If you're looking for an exciting new challenge, join Pretivm and the Brucejack mine today.

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