Lead Cook — Remote Mine Camp (3/3 Rotation)

Tamatta Mining and Construction Services Inc; Winnemucca (NV); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tamatta Mining and Construction Services Inc. is seeking a seasoned First Cook for a remote mining camp near Winnemucca, NV. You will lead from-scratch cooking for ~150 residents, manage menu planning, inventory, and food safety on a rotational schedule.

Responsibilities include training kitchen staff, maintaining a clean, safe work environment, and ensuring recipes meet dietary needs while controlling costs in a challenging remote setting.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for large groups in a remote camp setting (3+ years).
• Ability to produce from-scratch menu items and desserts.
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices and safe storage.
• Ability to lead, train, and coach kitchen staff.
• Commitment to workplace safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner for ~150 residents.
• Plan menus respecting preferences, allergies, and budgets.
• Manage inventory, ordering, labeling, and FIFO per safety plan.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized kitchen and team-first culture.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff to keep production on schedule.

Skills

Remote camp cooking

From-scratch cooking

Food safety

Staff leadership

Education

Food Handler certificate

First Aid / Advanced First Aid

Job description

Tamatta Mining and Construction Services Inc. is seeking a seasoned First Cook for a remote mining camp near Winnemucca, NV. You will lead from-scratch cooking for ~150 residents, manage menu planning, inventory, and food safety on a rotational schedule.

Responsibilities include training kitchen staff, maintaining a clean, safe work environment, and ensuring recipes meet dietary needs while controlling costs in a challenging remote setting.