3rd Cook - Northern Manitoba Remote Camp Operations

WHAT'S THE JOB?

The Third Cook is a support role within the culinary team, working both day and night shifts. This position is responsible for preparing a variety of menu items for bagged lunches, breakfast, and dinner service, while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and presentation.

This position is safety sensitive and requires a criminal record check.

The position involves a remote work lifestyle in a camp setting with the following amenities:

• All meals and accommodations are provided
• Travel is provided to and from the site locations from designated locations in Winnipeg, Thompson, Flin Flon and The Pas.
• Private room with cable television
• Access to Wi-Fi
• Access to laundry facilities and detergents
• Access to a gym and common areas

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment at all times
• Provide consistent, high-quality service to all guests
• Keep workstations clean and organized throughout the shift
• Prepare hot and cold food items, including:
  • Cut fruits and vegetables
  • Simple and mixed salads (e.g., potato, pasta)
  • Items for bagged lunches and menu service
• Prepare portioned vegetable cups and fruit cups
• Prepare made-to-order sandwiches and salads based on order sheets
• Ensure all food safety standards are followed
• Complete HACCP and production logs
• Label and date all prepared food items
• Transport used kitchenware to dishwashing areas
• Perform end-of-shift cleaning, including sweeping and mopping
• Complete scheduled weekly and monthly cleaning tasks
• Remove garbage as required
• Receive and store supplies (food, beverage, chemicals, disposables)
• Assist with deliveries and maintain organized storage areas
• Support dishwashing and general kitchen cleaning duties
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or chef
• Daily completion of FLHA (Field Level Hazard Assessment)
• Daily adherence to DWB (Don't Walk By) safety practices

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Large-scale cooking in camp settings, banquet halls and/or hotels is a strong asset
• Current Food Safe certification is preferred
• Must be able to successfully pass a Criminal Background Check
• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Ability to commit to a 2 week on/1 week off rotation
• A team-player who is committed to providing client satisfaction
• Must have valid government issued photo ID for travel to site
• Ability to handle the following physical demands:
  • Lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 lbs
  • Climb ladders or stairs
  • Stand, walk, squat, kneel or sit according to task for extended periods of time
  • Perform repetitive hand work requiring full use of both hands
  • Perform work with arms at full length
  • Work with arms above shoulder height

Additional Information

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 2 week on/ 1 week off rotation
• Ability to expand skills in a large camp atmosphere
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader

Work schedule and remuneration:

3rd Cooks work on a rotational schedule of 2 weeks on/1 week off. Site locations are in remote settings, requiring either air travel to site, or via ground on our shuttle. You may be required to work nights, weekdays, weekends, and general holidays. Wages are paid on an hourly basis with a starting rate of $17.00 per 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.

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Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). 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. And, that's something we're truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.