Second Cook

Tamatta Mining and Construction Services Inc; Winnemucca (NV); Remote; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Tamatta Mining and Construction Services Inc is seeking a Second Cook for a remote mining camp near Winnemucca, NV. The role supports breakfast, lunch, and dinner for about 150 residents in a rotational schedule, with strong emphasis on food safety and team collaboration.

Ideal candidates will have remote camp kitchen experience, a Food Handler certificate, and First Aid/Advanced First Aid certification, plus MSHA familiarity.

Qualifications

• Remote camp kitchen experience preferred
• Ability to cook for large groups in a high-volume setting
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices and proper storage
• Commitment to teamwork and safety in remote/site conditions

Responsibilities

• Assist with breakfast, lunch, and dinner for ~150 residents
• Prepare from-scratch meals and desserts according to recipes and schedules
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and storage practices
• Support inventory labeling, storage, and FIFO rotation
• Assist the 1st Cook with organization, prep lists, and workflow
• Follow directions and maintain a safety-first attitude

Skills

Teamwork

High-volume cooking

Food safety

Adaptability

Education

Food Handler Certificate

First Aid/Advanced First Aid

MSHA Certification

Job description

Second Cook (Remote Mining Camp) — Winnemucc

We are seeking an experienced Second Cook for rotational, site-based work at a remote mining camp site in the Winnemucca, NV region. Our camp operates at approximately 150 occupancy.

If you’re passionate about high-quality food, reliable food safety practices, and supporting a strong kitchen team—this role is a great fit.

If you’re passionate about high-quality food, reliable food safety practices, and supporting a strong kitchen team—this role is a great fit.

Matrix: Our work begins where the road ends.

Basics

• Assist with breakfast, lunch, and dinner service for approximately 150 residents
• Support from-scratch cooking and baking/desserts production (as provided by Matrix)
• Prepare food according to recipes, portioning standards, and production schedules
• Maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen and storage areas
• Help with food inventory support: labeling, storage, and FIFO rotation under the Matrix food safety plan
• Support the 1st Cook with kitchen organization, prep lists, and team workflow
• Follow all directions promptly and maintain a positive, safety-first attitude

Requirements

• Remote camp kitchen experience preferred (camp experience required for consideration)
• Ability to prepare meals for small and large groups in a high-volume setting
• Food Safety / Food Handler certificate (required)
• First Aid / Advanced First Aid certification (required)
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices (safe storage, sanitation, and handling)
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in remote/site conditions
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, cleanliness, and teamwork

Mine Site Safety & Compliance (MSHA / Nevada)

• MSHA certification is required
• Must comply with all applicable mine safety and health requirements, including MSHA regulations (30 CFR) and site-specific safety orientation/training
• PPE and site rules are required (specific PPE listed by the site upon onboarding)
• Reference and criminal record checks will be conducted
• Some sites may require pre-access drug screening and/or fitness-for-duty clearance

Preference

Preference will be given to local candidates (and candidates with proximity) in the Winnemucca, NV region.

Employment Eligibility

• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Matrix will comply with all applicable U.S. employment verification requirements (I-9).

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal (Rotational)
• Rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off

Matrix: Our work begins where the road ends.