cook

kitchen team member

housekeeper

chef

janitor

ESS, Inc.

At one time ESS Compass was the leader in the remote camp sector and had the highest standards in food safe production.  health and safety.

however because of the demand by the oil companies to cut expenses made it difficult for ESS to compete with other companies with out sacrificing. health and safety, food safe, quality experienced individuals while in production.

i was once the most proud to work for ESS, but now key management are not making the right choices thus creating a negative  unproductive safe environment.

ESS most go back to the basics and ensure their managers follow compass policy when making decisions.

If compass ensures managers follow compass policy then it will all work out..

Compass policy is the most respected and proven successful food production and employee development process in all the world.

I miss being proud of ESS!  However they made me one of the best!

i had a problem with a few supervisors and management.  not all of them were bad. but they dont like it when you try and give advise or try to do things a lil differently then what they do.  I was harrassed and bullied by a supervisor and a few management.  they use authority and power instead of trying to work with you.  Belittling and rediculing is their game.  i understand now that this company doest exist or maybe even went under a different name.  Its a shame that management and supervisors, bad management chasesd away good hard working employees.  Good management is Understanding, working together, listening , training,  and giving employees a chance to step up the ladder, more than keeping them working on the same thing.

What is the best part of working at the company?
There is NO best part of this company. From upper management down, this company is the worst I've ever worked for.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Everything is stressful, lack of staff causes you to work more hours and overtime is usually not paid. Ingredients and orders suffer because of very low budget and low pay! 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Low pay means staff is not always trained in the position given which results in accidents and low grade food service, and food served.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Work your butt off, usually extra not paid hours, sleep n repeat.

It was a very busy setting. Safety in the work place was a major factor. One must always be on guard and be aware of ones surroundings at all times. No short cuts. Time management was a must but no rushing. That can cause errors and cause safety issues. Great team work. Coworkers were awesome. As well as the supervisors and campbosses.
First found it hard working 12 hr shifts (all nights) for 21 (maybe longer depending on weather) nights but eventually got use to it. Was able to plan to do more things with family and friends. Liked it better when I was able to move to day rotations. Found I slept better.

Don't waste your time with this company ,if you think your are competitive and know your job well ,try looking for some other company there are lot of good companies that actually care  and if you think that you are not that smart then probably it's the right place for you , all you have to do is be good to your operation Manager and Regional Manager. Some of the worst people you can find around ,most of them are incompetitent  and big time liars and cheaters with the exception of few who don't stay with them for long. Choose your employers don't go with how big they are .

A typical day at Kemano camp would be , gathering work schedule, completing walk downs and room inspections, delagating and organizing staff to complete jobs in order of importance and utilizing time management, building a strong team who all respected and  worked hard to get the job done, the most enjoyable part of the job was meeting and helping others and making the clients stay an enjoyable experience.

My Day Is Cooking Dinner Menu, For Vegetarian To Fish And All Type Of Meat, All so Lasagna, Meat Loaf Ect.

My Position As Sous Chef Is To Manage The Kitchen Staff.

I Learn Different Ways Of Cooking From The Chef.

Co-Workers Sometime Need To Be Guided To Do There Job Properly. 
I Like My Job So I Don't Have A Part That Is Hard.

I Enjoy My Job That The Best Thing.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Great company to work for always there to make  you  feel part of the team . 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Working away from home for weeks at a time

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Makes you feel like part of the team 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Early morning for me always 12 hr days

The job payed really well, and Enjoyed the time they gave me, which was two weeks on and one week off. The people I met became my life long friends and will be forever treasured. The time I had with the company was very appreciated and enjoyed immensely

Worked for ESS for nearly 4 years & really enjoy it. Very good training provided plus up to date equipment provided to do your job. Excellent working conditions at a lovely site. 
Left to get on with your job but Supervisors and Managers always available if needed. 

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Cook 37 salaries reported	$24.49 per hour
Kitchen team member 22 salaries reported	$20.55 per hour
Housekeeper 19 salaries reported	$19.82 per hour
Chef 8 salaries reported	$27.56 per hour
Janitor 7 salaries reported	$20.79 per hour

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