1st Cook - Waasigan Transmission Line at Dexterra Group Inc

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

22.48

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cooking, Food Safety, Large Scale Camp Cooking, Supervision, Inventory Management, Meal Preparation, Quality Control, Team Coordination, Food Storage, Organization, Physical Stamina

Industry

Facilities Services

Description

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. Horizon North- Chi Mino Ozhitoowin (CMO) Joint Venture Partnership: Horizon North is partnered with Chi Mino Ozhitoowin (CMO) to provide an essential spectrum of camp, catering and infrastructure services to the Waasigan Transmission Line Project. CMO LP is owned by Eagle Lake, Gakijiwanong Anishinaabe Nation (formerly Lac La Croix First Nation), Fort William, Seine River, Lac Seul and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations and Ojibway Nation of Saugeen. This partnership is rooted in the shared values of cultural preservation, community well-being and sustainable development and aims to harness the opportunities presented by the Waasigan Project. Through mutual understanding and collaboration we aim to support social-economic growth by offering meaningful employment and economic benefits for partner communities and individuals. Job Description WHAT'S THE JOB? The First Cook plays a key role in executing the daily dinner service with support from the culinary team. Working with Culinary leadership, the First Cook is responsible for preparing the feature proteins required for dinner service, ensuring that quality standards are met. As a senior member of the production team the First Cook will demonstrate effective leadership and will be responsible, along with Culinary leadership, for monitoring daily operations. 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 the Thunder Bay, Dryden and surrounding area 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: Handling, preparation, production, and timely service of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks in accordance with approved methods and standards Preparing meals according to client scheduling and within the menu plan and budget guidelines Preparing adequate quantities of the menu choices by following all production quotas set Preparing food as close to consumption time as possible. Supervise all portioning of meals on serving line to ensure all clients are receiving amounts specified Coordinating all kitchen staff involved in the preparation and serving of meals Following proper storage and rotation of all food supplies. Qualifications WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? Previous cooking experience is required Must have a current Food Safe certificate Large scale camp cooking experience is an asset Red Seal or other certifications is an asset Experience in accurately producing weekly inventories is an asset Previous experience in supervising a team is preferred High standards in maintaining a clean and organized Kitchen Be able 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 lengths 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/ 2 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: 1st Cooks work on a rotational schedule of 2 weeks on/2 weeks 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 $22.48 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. #IND2

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Responsibilities

The First Cook is responsible for executing the daily dinner service and preparing feature proteins while ensuring quality standards are met. This role includes supervising kitchen staff and coordinating meal preparation and service.