First Cook - Remote

Dexterra Group; Alberta; Remote; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major catering company in Alberta is seeking a First Cook for a remote camp position. You will manage meal preparation, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure food safety standards. The position has a 14-day on/14-day off rotation, promoting work-life balance along with opportunities for career advancement. Applicants must have a Food Safe certificate, a Level 1 First Aid certificate, and ideally some camp cooking experience. Embrace the chance to join a growing industry leader.

Benefits

Excellent work-life balance

Career advancement opportunities

Work with industry leaders

Qualifications

• Current Food Safe certificate and Level 1 First Aid certificate required.
• Large scale camp cooking experience is preferred.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate handling and preparation of meals according to schedules.
• Supervise kitchen staff in food preparation and service.
• Manage food storage and inventory efficiently.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Large scale camp cooking experience

Inventory management

Team coordination

Education

Food Safe certificate

Level 1 First Aid certificate

Red Seal certification

Job description

Job Description

WHAT’S THE JOB?

With over 25 years of experience in the remote camp business, Horizon North is a leader in remote camp catering. Many of our applicants have been referred by existing employees who recommended Horizon North to their friends and colleagues.

As a remote First Cook you will be responsible for proper and timely preparation of meals including, but not limited to, food service, food safety and supervision of kitchen staff. This is a rotational position working 14 days on, 14 days off in a remote camp site.

Your work will include :

• Coordinate and be responsible for the handling, preparation, production, and timely service of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks in accordance with approved methods and standards.
• Ensure all meals prepared according to client scheduling and within the menu plan and budget guidelines.
• Prepare meals as per menu plan provided. Ensure adequate quantities of the menu choices are prepared as per the menu plan, and follow all production quotas set.
• Ensure food is prepared as close to consumption time as possible. Supervise all portioning to meals on serving line to ensure all clients are receiving amounts specified.
• Coordinate all kitchen staff involved in the preparation and serving of meals. The number of employees under supervision is dependent upon the particular Outland facility assigned, and fluctuates to match business needs.
• Ensure proper storage and rotation of all food supplies.
• Prepare and send food orders.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 14 days on / 14 days off rotation.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader

Qualifications

• Hold a current Food Safe certificate andLevel 1 First Aid certificate.
• Large scale camp cooking experience is an asset.
• Red Seal or other certifications is an Asset.
• Experience in accurately producing weekly inventories.
• High standards in maintaining a clean and organized Kitchen.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• A clear criminal record check is required for this role.