Forest Lodge Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Irving Forest Products is a world-class business and leading soft-wood lumber producer in Northern Maine.  In addition to tremendous support from our owner, our employees are afforded a wide variety of opportunities to grow and develop.

Are you:

• Looking for work in Northern Maine at our employee housing lodge?
• A safety-oriented, energetic, hardworking and motivated individual, interested in a dynamic career with opportunities for growth?
• Do you have supervisory experience in the food service and/or hospitality industry?

What We Offer:

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 401k with 5% Company Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Reimbursement Accounts
• Annual Tool Allowance
• Annual Uniform Credit
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Discount Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent Scholarship Programs
• In-house professional certifications and training courses
• Supervision & Mentorship: Supervise lodge staff and train as needed for existing and new employees.
• Menu & Dietary Management: Plan menus, manage food inventory, and order & receive supplies based on lodging occupancy. Special care is taken to accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions.  Daily meal planning as well as event planning for our operational sites.
• Kitchen & Food Safety: Upholds strict health and safety standards (e.g., sanitation, proper food storage) and ensures that all kitchen equipment is maintained, safe, and clean. Ensures housing inspections are completed timely and correctly.
• Housing Units: Responsible for all lodging services, such as laundry, property maintenance and repair.  Ability to work with contractors and internal trades.
• Budget Management: Manages operational costs associated to meals and housing facilities to include food supplies, maintenance supplies, manpower costs and operational costs. 
• Administration: Handle administrative documentation such as daily logs, incident reports, and personnel evaluations.  Responsible for weekly payroll submission and supporting sawmill operations as needed. 

Responsibilities

• Supervision & Mentorship: Supervise lodge staff and train as needed for existing and new employees.
• Menu & Dietary Management: Plan menus, manage food inventory, and order & receive supplies based on lodging occupancy. Special care is taken to accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions.  Daily meal planning as well as event planning for our operational sites.
• Kitchen & Food Safety: Upholds strict health and safety standards (e.g., sanitation, proper food storage) and ensures that all kitchen equipment is maintained, safe, and clean. Ensures housing inspections are completed timely and correctly.
• Housing Units: Responsible for all lodging services, such as laundry, property maintenance and repair.  Ability to work with contractors and internal trades.
• Budget Management: Manages operational costs associated to meals and housing facilities to include food supplies, maintenance supplies, manpower costs and operational costs. 
• Administration: Handle administrative documentation such as daily logs, incident reports, and personnel evaluations.  Responsible for weekly payroll submission and supporting sawmill operations as needed. 

Qualifications

• Food safety certification
• Reliable Transportation and valid driver's license
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Head Cook or a supervisor in a commercial kitchen environment
  • Previous experience cooking in a remote location for large groups would be considered an asset
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and computer-based systems for payroll, ordering, and purchasing.
• Previous experience with inventory and ordering procedures would be considered an asset
• Self-motivated; able to do shift and weekend work

About the Team

Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology. 

Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 11 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division. Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York. 

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Food safety certification
• Reliable Transportation and valid driver's license
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Head Cook or a supervisor in a commercial kitchen environment
  • Previous experience cooking in a remote location for large groups would be considered an asset
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and computer-based systems for payroll, ordering, and purchasing.
• Previous experience with inventory and ordering procedures would be considered an asset
• Self-motivated; able to do shift and weekend work

• Supervision & Mentorship: Supervise lodge staff and train as needed for existing and new employees.
• Menu & Dietary Management: Plan menus, manage food inventory, and order & receive supplies based on lodging occupancy. Special care is taken to accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions.  Daily meal planning as well as event planning for our operational sites.
• Kitchen & Food Safety: Upholds strict health and safety standards (e.g., sanitation, proper food storage) and ensures that all kitchen equipment is maintained, safe, and clean. Ensures housing inspections are completed timely and correctly.
• Housing Units: Responsible for all lodging services, such as laundry, property maintenance and repair.  Ability to work with contractors and internal trades.
• Budget Management: Manages operational costs associated to meals and housing facilities to include food supplies, maintenance supplies, manpower costs and operational costs. 
• Administration: Handle administrative documentation such as daily logs, incident reports, and personnel evaluations.  Responsible for weekly payroll submission and supporting sawmill operations as needed.