1st Cook - Waasigan Transmission Line Project

Dexterra Group; Northwestern Ontario; Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a First Cook to join their team at a remote camp. The role involves preparing meals, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring quality standards. With a focus on work-life balance, the position offers a 2-week on/2-week off rotation and various amenities at the camp. Ideal candidates will have cooking experience and Food Safe certification.

Benefits

All meals and accommodations provided

Private room with cable TV

Wi-Fi access

Gym and common areas

2-week on/2-week off rotation

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required.
• Ability to handle physical demands such as lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to standards, schedules, and budgets.
• Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate meal preparation and service.
• Ensure proper food storage and rotation.

Skills

Cooking

Team Supervision

Inventory Management

Education

Food Safe Certification

Red Seal Certification

Job description

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WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX: DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities. We provide a culture that promotes stability, diversity, inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and passion for work. For over 75 years, our companies have served North American clients in creating and managing built environments vital to our economy and communities.

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

Horizon North partners with Chi Mino Ozhitoowin (CMO) to deliver camp, catering, and infrastructure services to the Waasigan Transmission Line Project. CMO LP is owned by several First Nations and is committed to cultural preservation, community well-being, and sustainable development, supporting socio-economic growth through meaningful employment and economic benefits.

Job Description

WHAT'S THE JOB?

The First Cook plays a key role in executing daily dinner services, preparing feature proteins, and ensuring quality standards. As a senior team member, the First Cook demonstrates leadership and monitors daily operations alongside Culinary leadership.

The role involves a remote camp lifestyle with amenities including:

• All meals and accommodations provided
• Travel to and from site locations from designated areas
• Private room with cable TV
• Wi-Fi access
• Laundry facilities
• Gym and common areas

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to standards, schedules, and budgets
• Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate meal preparation and service
• Ensure proper food storage and rotation

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Previous cooking experience required
• Current Food Safe certification required
• Camp cooking experience and Red Seal certification are assets
• Experience in inventory management and team supervision preferred
• Ability to handle physical demands such as lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, standing, and repetitive hand work

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• 2-week on/2-week off rotation for work-life balance
• Opportunity to develop skills in a large camp setting
• Join an expanding industry leader

Work Schedule And Remuneration

Hourly wage starting at $22.48, with shifts that may include nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Travel to remote sites via air or ground shuttles. Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion, with accommodations available during the hiring process.