Matrix Aviation Management seeks an experienced First Cook with an OFA3 certificate for a Fly In-Fly Out position at a remote camp. The role involves preparing three daily meals, managing food inventory, implementing food safety plans, and providing leadership to kitchen staff. The ideal candidate is team-oriented, detail-focused, and able to work a rotation schedule in a remote camp environment.
What You'll Do
- 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 good 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.
What We're Looking For
- OFA3 or EMR - This is required to be considered for the position, and Must be a current certification.
- Advanced First Aid (10 day course) is also acceptable.
- Minimum of three (3) years working in a remote camp as a First Cook.
- Excellent First Aid/Emergency Responder knowledge and experience.
- 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.
- References and a criminal record check is mandatory for this position.
Nice to Have
- Bilingual English and French - preferred
- Food Safe Handling Certificate and WHMIS Certificate.
- Culinary Diploma and/or Red Seal Designation preferred
- Previous experience working in a remote camp setting.
- Preference will be given to local residents and areas in proximity to the local communities of these camps.
Team & Environment
- Reports to the Camp Manager, provides coaching and training to kitchen staff.
- Team size: Over 250 employees annually.
- Culture: Focus on safety, transparency and cost effectiveness. Drug and alcohol-free company. Team-oriented and productive work environment. Hire local whenever possible to support the local communities.
Benefits & Compensation
- Excellent career advancements for all skillsets.
Work Mode
- Onsite at a remote camp (Fly In-Fly Out).
- Rotation schedule required.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted.
