First Cook (Fly In- Fly Out)

Job description

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