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First Cook (Fly In- Fly Out)

@ Matrix Camps and Logistics

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Edmonton, AB · Yellowknife, NT

$375/day3+ years experience
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Overview

Matrix Camps and Logistics is hiring an experienced First Cook for a remote exploration camp, reporting to the Camp Manager. The role covers three daily buffet meals, baking from scratch, menu planning, food inventory, a food safety plan, and supervising kitchen staff. The posting states pay of $375.00 per day, a rotation schedule, and 10 to 12 hour shifts.

Pay:

$375 a day

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare three daily buffet meals and bake desserts
  • Order, receive and store food and manage inventory
  • Implement the food safety plan and HACCP records
  • Conduct kitchen inspections and report unsafe conditions
  • Train and coach kitchen staff

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum three years as a First Cook in a remote camp
  • Strong management and communication skills
  • Able to lift 50 lbs and work 10 to 12 hour shifts
  • Food Safe and WHMIS certificates preferred
  • Culinary diploma or Red Seal preferred

Tools & skills

Computer
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Employer posting date
2026-11-01
First seen by our source
2026-11-02
Source record updated
2026-11-02

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentHospitality & tourism
Experience3+ years
Manages peopleYes
Scheduleday, evening
Travelair: moderate
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer low
Licences & certificationsFood Safe Handling Certificate, WHMIS Certificate
Background checkscriminal record, references

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Matrix Camps and Logistics

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25 years in business. 150 years experience.

Full company description

Matrix is a national company providing camps, logistics and aviation management in every active exploration region of Canada. With over 150 years of combined experience across multiple disciplines, let Matrix bring our expertise to your project. - Planning & Logistics - Camp Rentals & Construction - Best-in-Class Camp Management - Cooks/Occupational First Aid Level 3 - Aviation Management - Industry Leader in Health & Safety - Ice Strips & Runways - Communications - Expediting Services - Fuel Cache Management - Snowcat Services - Industry Leading Management

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Reported office locations
  • 20171 92A Ave, Langley, British Columbia V1M, CA
  • 98 Archibald St, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories X1A, CA
  • 3310 River Drive, Terrace, BC V8G 3P1, CA
  • 1518B Ungalliqpaat Crescent, Iqaluit, NU X0A 0H0, CA
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  • Matrix Camps and Logistics
  • Matrix Camps, Logistics and Aviation
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Matrix is a national company providing camps, logistics and aviation management in every active exploration region of Canada. With over 150 years of combined experience across multiple disciplines, let Matrix bring our expertise to your project. - Planning & Logistics - Camp Rentals & Construction - Best-in-Class Camp Management - Cooks/Occupational First Aid Level 3 - Aviation Management - Industry Leader in…

FieldValue
IndustryMining
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersLangley, British Columbia
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2001
Open jobs on Jobsy18
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Job description

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 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.

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.

Salary: $375.00 per day

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