We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job - we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities.

The Garde Manger

Cook is responsible for preparing and presenting cold kitchen items, such as salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and deli platters, in a high-volume, remote camp environment. This role ensures freshness, quality, and appealing presentation of all cold items, while maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.

The Garde Manger

Cook collaborates with the culinary team to support buffet, salad bar, and event catering. This is a safety-sensitive role requiring pre-access drug and alcohol and FIT testing. This position requires fly-in/fly-out travel from Edmonton, Alberta or Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, to the project site in Nunavut, with potential for weather-related delays or logistical challenges.

Prepare and present a variety of cold menu items such as composed salads, fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, cold appetizers, sandwiches, wraps, deli platters, dressings, dips, and garnishes in accordance with standardized recipes, portion control, and camp menu requirements. Assemble and maintain salad bars, sandwich stations,



and cold buffets; Slice and portion meats, cheeses, fruits, and vegetables while adhering to safe food handling and portioning standards. vegetarian, vegan, allergy-sensitive). Ensure all cold foods are prepared, stored, and served at proper temperatures; maintain accurate temperature and HACCP logs for cold storage units, production, and service.

Label, date, and rotate stock using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles; minimize food waste through proper storage and portion control. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of cold kitchen workstations, utensils, storage areas, and equipment; Assist with catering events, special themed menus, hors d’oeuvres, and boxed lunches as directed by the Sous Chef or Chef. Monitor and report inventory levels for cold kitchen supplies; assist with receiving, verifying, and organizing deliveries while ensuring proper storage practices.

Collaborate with other kitchen staff during peak service periods; support other food production or dish-up tasks as required. Fly-in/fly-out remote camp position, subject to weather and logistical delays. Shared accommodations and meals provided on site.

Fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment. High school diploma or equivalent (Culinary or Hospitality post-secondary education preferred). Minimum 2 years of experience in Garde manger, deli,



or cold kitchen preparation.

Experience in sandwich/deli, catering, or camp kitchens in high-volume settings preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of HACCP, cold-holding requirements, and allergen management. Previous experience in remote camps, hotels, or large-scale catering preferred.

Food Safe, WHMIS, and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain). Must pass pre-employment and pre-access drug and alcohol and FIT testing. Stand and walk for extended periods during 12-hour shifts.

Work in hot kitchen environments and cold storage areas. Attention to detail in cold food presentation and portioning. Strong knife skills and proficiency in cold food preparation. Commitment to food safety and sanitation.

Cultural awareness and ability to work respectfully with Indigenous and Inuit colleagues and communities. Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 3week on/3week off rotation Site location is in a remote camp setting, with individual cabin/arctic tent accommodations. You may be required to work nights, weekdays, weekends, and general holidays.

Wages are paid on an hourly basis with a starting rate of $20.25/hour Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request. #

📌 Remote Garde Manger Cook - Remote Camps Nunavut (Montreal)
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