1st Cook - Remote Camp Northwestern Ontario

Company overview

Dexterra Group is a publicly traded and financially solid organization with a growing footprint across North America. The company has a long history of supporting built environments that serve local communities and the wider economy. Its workplace culture emphasizes stability, diversity and inclusion, teamwork, recognition, balance between work and personal life, and meaningful work.

Role summary

The First Cook is an important part of the culinary team and focuses on delivering dinner service each day. In partnership with culinary leadership, this role is responsible for preparing the featured proteins for dinner and helping maintain high quality standards. As a senior production team member, the First Cook also provides leadership support and helps oversee day-to-day kitchen activity.

Camp setting and amenities

This position is based in a remote camp environment. The following supports are provided on site:

• All meals and accommodation
• Transportation to and from the site from designated locations in Winnipeg, Thunder Bay, Dryden, and nearby areas
• Private room with cable television
• Wi-Fi access
• Laundry facilities with detergent provided
• Gym access and common areas

Key duties

• Prepare, process, and serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks on time while following approved methods and service standards
• Cook meals based on client schedules and within the approved menu and budget framework
• Produce sufficient quantities of each menu item in line with established production targets
• Time food preparation to keep items close to serving time and supervise portioning on the service line so guests receive the correct amounts
• Coordinate kitchen team members involved in meal preparation and service
• Store food correctly and maintain proper rotation of supplies

Qualifications and requirements

The ideal candidate will bring prior cooking experience, a valid Food Safe certificate, and a strong commitment to cleanliness and organization in the kitchen. Experience with large-scale camp cooking, inventory preparation, and team supervision would be considered beneficial. A Red Seal credential or another relevant certification is also an advantage. All candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check and meet the physical requirements of the role.

Physical demands

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to climb ladders or stairs
• Ability to stand, walk, squat, kneel, or sit for extended periods depending on the task
• Ability to perform repetitive hand work with full use of both hands
• Ability to work with arms fully extended
• Ability to work with arms above shoulder level

Schedule and pay

This role follows a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation. Work may include nights, weekdays, weekends, and public holidays. The starting wage is $22.48 per hour.

Additional information

Site access may require air travel or shuttle transportation from the designated locations. The employer is committed to equal opportunity hiring and welcomes candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Indigenous status, or other legally protected characteristics. Accommodation related to disability can be provided during the hiring process upon request.

What the employer offers

• Strong work-life balance through a 2-week on / 2-week off rotation
• Opportunity to build skills in a large camp operation
• A company that is expanding while others are reducing staff
• The chance to join an established industry leader from day one