Camp Cook

Thompson Bros. (Constr.) LP.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Fort McMurray is seeking a Camp Cook for a full-time contract position. The role involves preparing high-quality meals, ensuring all health and safety standards are met, and working in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Candidates must have Red Seal and Advanced Food Safe Certifications and a minimum of three years of cooking experience, preferably in remote camps. This position requires strong leadership abilities and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification required.
• Advanced Food Safe Certification required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working as a cook in remote camps.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety awareness by ensuring compliance with health and safety policies.
• Prepare high-quality food using various cooking methods.
• Clean and sanitize designated kitchen areas.

Skills

Red Seal Certification

Advanced Food Safe Certification

3+ years cooking experience in remote camps

Strong leadership skills

Ability to multitask

Strong communication skills

Job description

Thompson Construction Group has an immediate opening for a Camp Cook in our Fort McMurray area of operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals for camp personnel while ensuring all health, safety, and sanitation standards are consistently met.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety awareness by ensuring compliance with corporate health and safety policies
• Ensure all food preparation and portioning are completed prior to cooking
• Prepare high-quality food using various cooking methods, including deep-frying, pan-frying, broiling, baking, boiling, grilling, sautéing, and steaming
• Operate commercial and non-commercial kitchen equipment
• Wash, slice, peel, and cut meat, seafood, fruits, and vegetables
• Prepare sauces from scratch or using pre-mixed products
• Season and marinate meats and other food items
• Assist with menu planning
• Assist with inventory counts
• Assist with grocery orders
• Assist with unloading, loading, and organizing groceries and supplies
• Clean and sanitize designated kitchen areas
• Ensure all health and safety regulations and quality standards are met

Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification
• Advanced Food Safe Certification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working as a cook in remote camps
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s licence
• Standard First Aid certification
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to work in the Fort McMurray area on a rotational schedule (20/10, night shift)
• Must be in good health and physical condition to perform assigned duties
• Must be able to pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test

Additional Information

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and required skills.

This is a full-time contractual term position located in Fort McMurray. The duration of the role is project-specific and dependent on client needs and performance on site.