First Cook (Fly In- Fly Out)

Matrix Camps, Logistics and Aviation; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

MATRIX is seeking an experienced First Cook for a remote exploration camp in Canada. You will lead the kitchen, prepare three meals daily, manage inventory, and uphold HACCP standards, reporting to the Camp Manager.

You must be highly detail‑oriented, capable of long 10–12 hour shifts, and able to lift heavy items. Menu planning must meet site dietary needs; effective teamwork and staff training are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years working in a remote camp as a First Cook.
• Ability to develop menus reflecting site preferences and dietary restrictions.
• Strong HACCP knowledge and food safety practices.
• Proficient inventory management and coordination with grocers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare service for three daily meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
• Prepare baked goods and desserts from scratch.
• Develop menus reflecting site preferences and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain sufficient food inventory for site residents.
• Implement and execute a Food Safety Plan using HACCP methods.
• Order, receive, and store grocery orders correctly.
• Liaise with grocers for quality and back orders.
• Maintain organized and clean food storage areas.
• Ensure FIFO rotation for inventory control.
• Label and store potential allergen items safely.
• Participate in daily toolbox meetings.
• Provide facility orientation to incoming kitchen staff.
• Conduct monthly worksite and kitchen inspections for health and safety.
• Ensure kitchen staff follow safe work practices and procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions and incidents to Camp Manager.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in the work area.
• Offer coaching and training to kitchen staff.
• Foster a high performing, team‑oriented environment.

Skills

Remote camp experience

Team oriented

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Menu planning

Communication skills

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Shift endurance

Education

Culinary Diploma

Red Seal Designation

Food Safe Handling Certificate

WHMIS Certificate

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