First Cook - Advanced First Aid - REQ102

Matrix Camps and Logistics•Terrace, BC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a First Cook responsible for the complete meal service (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), including scratch-made baked goods and desserts, in a remote camp kitchen setting. Key duties include menu planning to accommodate client preferences and dietary needs while adhering to budget, comprehensive food inventory management (ordering, storage, labeling, FIFO rotation) in line with Matrix food safety standards, and providing training, support, and supervision to kitchen staff. The role emphasizes maintaining a safe, clean, and team-focused work environment. The position requires mandatory references and a criminal record check.

Requirements

Experience preparing meals for small and large groups in a remote camp kitchen setting
Culinary Diploma or Red Seal Designation
Food Safe Handling Certificate
Advanced First Aid Certificate
Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP procedures, and proper food storage practices
Ability to lead, train, and coach kitchen staff when required
Strong commitment to workplace safety, cleanliness, and teamwork
References and a criminal record check is mandatory

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to local residents and areas in proximity to the local communities of these camps

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including baked goods and desserts made from scratch
Plan menus that meet resident client preferences and dietary / allergy requirements, and budgeted food costs
Manage food inventory, ordering, storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation following Matrix food safety plan
Train, support, and supervise kitchen staff while maintaining a safe, clean, and team-focused work environment