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1st Cook

@ ATCO

Saskatchewan

On-siteFull-time3+ years experience
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Overview

ATCO Structures & Logistics is hiring a 1st Cook for its Camp Services team. The cook assists the Chef in running food services, preparing meals, managing stock and supervising kitchen staff, and may cover the Chef's position during rotation. The role is a full-time rotational position with meals, accommodation and amenities provided on site.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Chef in managing food services and meal preparation
  • Manage inventory and order supplies for the lodge population
  • Supervise and train food service workers
  • Maintain sanitation, safety and regulatory compliance in the kitchen
  • Cover the Chef's position during rotation

Requirements summary:

  • Red Seal certification required
  • 3 to 4 years experience as 1st Cook in hotel or restaurant industry
  • Advanced Food Safe certificate required
  • Valid CSTS and First Aid
  • Strong leadership, organization and communication skills

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Employer posting date
2026-11-13
First seen by our source
2026-11-13
Source record updated
2026-11-13

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentFood & beverage
Experience3+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingCare home
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsRed Seal, Advanced Food Safe, CSTS, First Aid
Background checksdrug and alcohol
Perks mentionedFree or discounted meals

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HeadquartersCalgary
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Job description

Who is ATCO Structures & Logistics:

ATCO Structures & Logistics is a market leader providing facilities management, camp services, workforce lodging solutions, operational support services and disaster and emergency management for a diverse range of clients. We are a service-based organization made up of great people who work hard to get the job done and deliver excellence in the communities where we work and live.

Description:

ATCO Structures & Logistics is seeking a 1st Cook to join our Camp Services team. The 1st Cook is responsible for ensuring that meals are prepared and served to the highest standard possible. The 1st Cook may provide coverage of the Chef’s position when he/she is out on rotation.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Chef in managing food services in strict compliance with ATCO Structures & Logistics Food Service Management Guides
  • Assists the Chef in the preparation of all foods to be served at the designated time
  • Assist the Chef in the inventory control to assure proper minimum stock
  • Order supplies in accordance with the population of the lodge
  • Ensure that the meals are prepared and severed to the highest standard
  • Oversees stocking of all food serving areas according to the number of persons to be served, with a focus on quality, appearance, adequate stocking levels, and minimizing leftovers and product waste.
  • Trains and directs subordinate food service workers, ensuring compliance with company and client safety requirements.
  • Supervises subordinate staff to ensure the highest sanitary standards are maintained in all food preparation, serving sanitation, storage areas and safety procedures in accordance with company, client, and governmental requirements.
  • Conduct safety toolboxes as required to department
  • Assign duties, responsibilities, and work areas to ensure efficient service
  • Inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance including kitchen logs, and daily cleaning schedules
  • Clean kitchen, utensils and equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Must have Red Seal Certification
  • 3-4 years’ experience as 1st Cook in the hotel/restaurant industry
  • Advanced Food Safe Certificate is Required
  • Valid CSTS and First Aid
  • Professional communication skills, oral, and written
  • Ability to work with and supervise other kitchen employees
  • Strong organization and leadership skills
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask
  • Work well under pressure
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask
  • Effectively solve problems

Why join our team:

  • We offer employee benefits, career advancement, and growth and development opportunities.
  • We believe in safety above all else, and we foster a welcoming and diverse culture, and we’re committed to an inclusive, fair, and respectful workplace.
  • This is a rotational position, with specific rotation schedules to be determined.
  • While on site, enjoy all meals, accommodation, and amenities free of charge.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

This position has been identified as safety sensitive and will require completion of a pre-employment alcohol & drug test.

Collection, use, and retention of personal information will be in accordance with ATCO Group privacy policies and practices.

By submitting your resume and personal information to the ATCO Group of Companies, and/or participating in a personal interview, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by the ATCO Group of Companies to determine your suitability for employment opportunities within the ATCO Group of Companies.

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