Second Cook

Summary

Join Dexterra Group as a Second Cook and contribute to the success of our culinary team in a remote camp setting in Nunavut. You will be responsible for preparing starch and vegetable items for the dinner menu, ensuring quality standards are met, and assisting the First Cook. This role offers a unique work-life balance with a 4-week on/2-week off rotation, including all meals, accommodations, and travel from designated locations. The position requires food safety certification and the ability to handle physical demands. Dexterra Group is a growing company offering opportunities for skill expansion and a positive work environment.

Requirements

• Current Food Safe certification is required
• Ability to commit to a 4 week on/2 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

Responsibilities

• Meet daily with the First Cook to discuss menu preparation and production strategy
• Assist the First Cook in the preparation of all menu items as needed
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications
• Can be responsible for preparing and serving hot breakfast
• Replenish desserts and condiment stations as required
• Assist in the cleanliness and maintenance of the kitchen and serving areas
• Can be responsible for assisting with baking
• Practice correct food handling guidelines and storage procedures

Preferred Qualifications

Large-scale cooking in camp settings, banquet halls and/or hotels is a strong asset

Benefits

• 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
• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 4 week on/2 week off rotation
• Ability to expand skills in a large camp atmosphere
• Wages are paid on an hourly basis with a starting rate of $19.00/hour