MATRIX is looking for an experienced First Cooks. You are team oriented, motivated, and have a high attention for details, accuracy and can prioritize tasks. You will play a key role at one of our remote exploration camps by performing or coordinating all catering both independently and within a team setting. This position reports to the Camp Manager.

Responsibilities

- Prepare service for three (3) daily meals; Buffet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Prepare baked goods and desserts from scratch
- Develop menus that reflect site preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Maintain sufficient food inventory for site resident numbers.
- Implement and execute a Food Safety Plan using advanced HACCP recording methods
- Order, received, and properly store grocery orders.
- Liaise with grocers for quality, quantity and back orders
- Maintain a well-organized and clean food storage area
- Ensure the "first in first out" rotation procedures to support food inventory control
- Execute safe food storage and labeling of potential food allergy items
- Participate in daily toolbox meetings
- Provide facility orientation to incoming kitchen staff.
- Conduct monthly worksite and kitchen facility inspections to ensure health and safety of workspace
- Ensure kitchen staff performs tasks according to safe work practices and safe job procedures




- Report any unsafe conditions and/or equipment to Camp Manager.
- Report all incidents and accidents immediately
- Ensure valuable housekeeping in the work area at all times
- Provide coaching and training to kitchen staff.
- Maintain a high performing, team orientated and productive work environment

Required Knowledge & Experience

- Minimum of three (3) years working in a remote camp as a First Cook
- Management, organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient computer skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- Highly motivated, team-oriented individual with attention to detail
- Ability to work a rotation schedule
- Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
- Able to lift and move heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform physical labor
- Able to maintain a high level of performance over a 10 - 12 hour shift

Preferred Licensing & Certifications:

- Food Safe Handling Certificate and WHMIS Certificate
- Culinary Diploma and/or Red Seal Designation preferred
- Previous experience working in a remote camp setting

Please note that references and a criminal record check is mandatory for this position.

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