Chef - Torngat Mountains

Arctic Kingdom Inc.; Torngat Mountains Base Camp; On-site; CAD 55,350 - 77,490; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Meals provided on-site

Travel to/from base camp coordinated

Job summary

Arctic Kingdom Polar Expeditions’ Torngat Mountains Base Camp in Labrador is seeking an experienced Chef to lead kitchen operations for the remainder of the season, wrapping up September 2026. You will plan and prepare meals for guests and staff, manage inventory and ordering in a remote camp, and uphold high food-safety standards.

Based at the remote camp, you will supervise kitchen staff, handle sourcing with limited resupply, and collaborate with camp leadership to enhance guest experiences

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef or Head Cook, ideally in a remote, camp, or lodge setting.
• Red Seal certification or equivalent culinary training/experience (asset).
• Food Safety certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Comfort working and living in a remote wilderness location with a small team.
• Strong organizational skills for inventory and menu planning under supply constraints.
• Flexibility, resilience, and a team-first attitude — camp life requires adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily menus for guests and staff, accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Manage kitchen inventory, food ordering, and supply logistics specific to remote camp operations.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards in accordance with NL health regulations.
• Supervise and support kitchen assistants/cook staff as needed.
• Manage food costs and waste in a remote, resupply-limited environment.
• Collaborate with camp leadership on guest experience and special event meals.

Skills

Menu planning

Inventory management

Food safety

Remote camp experience

Team coordination

Education

Red Seal certification

Food safety certification

Job description

Location: Torngat Mountains Base Camp, Labrador, NL

Employment Type: Seasonal Contract, Day-Rate

Contract Dates: until September 2026

Reports to: Base Camp Manager / Lodge Manager

About Us

Torngat Mountains Base Camp is a remote wilderness camp offering guests immersive experiences in one of the most spectacular and culturally significant landscapes in Labrador. Operated by Arctic Kingdom Polar Expeditions, our team delivers exceptional hospitality in a rugged, close-knit camp setting.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Chef to lead kitchen operations at Torngat Mountains Base Camp through the remainder of the season, wrapping up September 2026. You'll plan and prepare meals for guests and staff, manage food inventory and ordering logistics in a remote setting, and maintain high standards of food safety in a camp kitchen environment.

What You Do

• Plan and execute daily menus for guests and staff, accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences
• Manage kitchen inventory, food ordering, and supply logistics specific to remote camp operations
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards in accordance with NL health regulations
• Supervise and support kitchen assistants/cook staff as needed
• Manage food costs and waste in a remote, resupply-limited environment
• Collaborate with camp leadership on guest experience and special event meals
• Adapt to variable weather, transport, and supply schedules typical of remote camp operations

What You Bring

• Proven experience as a Chef or Head Cook, ideally in a remote, camp, or lodge setting
• Red Seal certification or equivalent culinary training/experience (asset)
• Food Safety certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Comfort working and living in a remote wilderness location with a small team
• Strong organizational skills for inventory and menu planning under supply constraints
• Flexibility, resilience, and a team-first attitude — camp life requires adaptability

What We Offer

• Day-rate compensation
• Accommodation and meals provided on-site
• Travel to/from base camp coordinated by Arctic Kingdom
• A once-in-a-lifetime setting in the Torngat Mountains