1st Cook - Waasigan Transmission Line

Dexterra; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a First Cook to manage the daily meal service in a remote camp environment. Responsibilities include meal preparation, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Ideal candidates should have cooking experience, a Food Safe certificate, and the ability to handle physical demands. This position offers a two-week on/two-week off rotation with a starting wage of $22.48 per hour.

Benefits

All meals and accommodations provided

Access to gym and common areas

Two-week on/Two-week off rotation

Qualifications

• Previous experience in large-scale camp cooking is an asset.
• Experience in producing weekly inventories is an asset.
• High standards in maintaining a clean and organized Kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Handle and prepare meals according to approved methods and standards.
• Supervise all kitchen staff involved in meal preparation and serving.
• Ensure proper storage and rotation of all food supplies.

Skills

Cooking experience

Supervisory experience

Food Safe certificate

Team coordination

Ability to handle physical demands

Education

Red Seal or other cooking certification

Job description

Company Description

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work‑life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of.

Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Horizon North- Chi Mino Ozhitoowin (CMO) Joint Venture Partnership

Horizon North is partnered with Chi Mino Ozhitoowin (CMO) to provide an essential spectrum of camp, catering and infrastructure services to the Waasigan Transmission Line Project. CMO LP is owned by Eagle Lake, Gakijiwanong Anishinaabe Nation (formerly Lac La Croix First Nation), Fort William, Seine River, Lac Seul and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations and Ojibway Nation of Saugeen. This partnership is rooted in the shared values of cultural preservation, community well‑being and sustainable development and aims to harness the opportunities presented by the Waasigan Project. Through mutual understanding and collaboration we aim to support socio‑economic growth by offering meaningful employment and economic benefits for partner communities and individuals.

Job Description

What’s the Job?

The First Cook plays a key role in executing the daily dinner service with support from the culinary team. Working with Culinary leadership, the First Cook is responsible for preparing the feature proteins required for dinner service, ensuring that quality standards are met. As a senior member of the production team the First Cook will demonstrate effective leadership and will be responsible, along with Culinary leadership, for monitoring daily operations.

Remote Work Lifestyle

• All meals and accommodations are provided
• Travel is provided to and from the site locations from designated locations in the Thunder Bay, Dryden and surrounding area
• Private room with cable television
• Access to Wi‑Fi
• Access to laundry facilities and detergents
• Access to a gym and common areas

Key Responsibilities

• Handling, preparation, production, and timely service of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks in accordance with approved methods and standards
• Preparing meals according to client scheduling and within the menu plan and budget guidelines
• Preparing adequate quantities of the menu choices by following all production quotas set
• Preparing food as close to consumption time as possible. Supervise all portioning of meals on serving line to ensure all clients are receiving amounts specified
• Coordinating all kitchen staff involved in the preparation and serving of meals
• Following proper storage and rotation of all food supplies.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience is required
• Must have a current Food Safe certificate
• Large scale camp cooking experience is an asset
• Red Seal or other certifications is an asset
• Experience in accurately producing weekly inventories is an asset
• Previous experience in supervising a team is preferred
• High standards in maintaining a clean and organized Kitchen
• Be able to handle the following physical demands:
  • Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
  • Climb ladders or stairs
  • Stand, walk, squat, kneel or sit according to task for extended lengths of time
  • Perform repetitive hand work requiring full use of both hands
  • Perform work with arms at full length
  • Work with arms above shoulder height

What’s in it for you?

• Enjoy excellent work‑life balance with a 2 week on/ 2 week off rotation
• Ability to expand skills in a large camp atmosphere
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader

Work Schedule and Remuneration

1st Cooks work on a rotational schedule of 2 weeks on/2 weeks off. Site locations are in remote settings, requiring either air travel to site, or via ground on our shuttle. You may be required to work nights, weekdays, weekends, and general holidays. Wages are paid on an hourly basis with a starting rate of $22.48 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability‑related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.