PT Hospitality Services has identified a need for a skills training program targeted to prepare Aboriginal Peoples to fill service positions in remote work camps in mining companies, forestry and reforestation, and hydro development sites across northern Canada. In partnership with Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education and Training Institute, PT Hospitality Services and Liaison College will deliver the Remote Cook/Medic skills training program. Liaison College is the leading and largest trainer of cooks and chefs in Ontario.

The training site will be at Eagle's Earth Centre at Constance Lake First Nation, 40 minutes west of Hearst, Ontario. The facility is set up to duplicate a "Remote Work Camp" to allow students to fully appreciate the nature and challenges of working in remote locations for extended periods of time.

Course Description and Curriculum

The objective is to give the students a firm knowledge of the skills necessary to provide culinary and first aid services in a safe work environment. The program is comprised of 576 hours of both classroom study and practical applications. The students will be on-site 24 hours a day for two six week terms with a two week break in between. The course schedule will mimic the work schedule of an actual camp to familiarize students with employer expectation in northern operations. The skills learned can be used in all facets of the Hospitality Industry, Service or Institutional sectors.

Cook Basic - Level 1

Cook Basic is an intensive 300 hour program focused on the theory and practice of cooking. It was designed with the help of professional chefs to prepare you to work in both remote camp settings and in the hospitality industry. You will learn from our chef the ingredients of culinary success. Students will be prepared for entry into the culinary field as saute chef, pastry chef, catering chef, chef garde manager, among other culinary positions.

Topics Include:

• Basic Nutrition
• Basic Culinary Techniques
• Kitchen Management
• Food Theory
• Baking Techniques
• Quantity Food Preparation
• Sanitation, Safety & Equipment

Occupational Health and Safety Certification Level 1

Students will learn the skills required to identify, assess, and control hazards in the workplace and to fulfill legislated duties and responsibilities.

Occupational First Aid Level 3

In an accident scenario with one casualty, the students will learn the First aid skills as outlined and required in the Occupational First Aid Training Guide. The certificate will be valid for two years on successful completion of the course and exam.

WHIMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems)

Students will learn of the system used across Canada to provide safety information about hazardous products in workplaces. Basic health and safety measures to protect you and prevent workplace injuries and illnesses will also be taught.

Smart Serve Certificate

Students will learn the responsibilities and legal obligations of individuals who serve or work where alcohol beverages are sold and served. It will also include proactive approaches to prevent alcohol related problems.

Workshops:

• Extreme Temperature Hazards
• Violence in the Workplace Awareness

Diploma and Certifications you will have on Course Completion

1. Cook Basic - Level 1 Diploma
2. Food Safe Certificate
3. Occupational Health and Safety Certification Level 1
4. Occupational First Aid Level 3
5. WHIMIS, Smart Serve Certificate

Course Fee - $25,000

This fee includes books, uniform, knife set, handouts, meals, accommodations and transportation costs from major centres.

Possible Funding Sources

• Second Career Program - partial funding is available if you qualify
• Aboriginal Human Resource Development Agreement Holders

Start Dates

• March 2010
• July 2010
• October 2010