First Cook (Fly In- Fly Out)

MATRIX is looking for an experienced First Cooks. You are team oriented, motivated, and have a high attention for details, accuracy and can prioritize tasks. You will play a key role at one of our remote exploration camps by performing or coordinating all catering both independently and within a team setting. This position reports to the Camp Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare service for three (3) daily meals; Buffet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. • Prepare baked goods and desserts from scratch. • Develop menus that reflect site preferences and dietary restrictions. • Maintain sufficient food inventory for site resident numbers. • Implement and execute a Food Safety Plan using advanced HACCP recording methods. • Order, received, and properly store grocery orders. • Liaise with grocers for quality, quantity and back orders. • Maintain a well-organized and clean food storage area. • Ensure the “first in first out ” rotation procedures to support food inventory control. • Execute safe food storage and labeling of potential food allergy items. • Participate in daily toolbox meetings. • Provide facility orientation to incoming kitchen staff. • Conduct monthly worksite and kitchen facility inspections to ensure health and safety of workspace. • Ensure kitchen staff performs tasks according to safe work practices and safe job procedures. • Report any unsafe conditions and/or equipment to Camp Manager. • Report all incidents and accidents immediately. • Ensure good housekeeping in the work area at all times. • Provide coaching and training to kitchen staff. • Maintain a high performing, team orientated and productive work environment.

Required Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years working in a remote camp as a First Cook. • Management, organizational and problem-solving abilities. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Proficient computer skills. • Conflict resolution skills. • Highly motivated, team-oriented individual with attention to detail. • Ability to work a rotation schedule. • Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. • Able to lift and move heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform physical labor. • Able to maintain a high level of performance over a 10 – 12 hour shift.

Preferred Licensing & Certifications:

• Food Safe Handling Certificate and WHMIS Certificate. • Culinary Diploma and/or Red Seal Designation preferred • Previous experience working in a remote camp setting.

Please note that references and a criminal record check is mandatory for this position.

Salary: $375.00 per day