First Cook

Tamatta Mining and Construction Services • Las Vegas, NV

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced 1st Cook for rotational, site-based work at a remote mining camp site in the Winnemucca, NV region. Our camp operates at approximately 150 occupancy. If you’re a hands-on culinary leader who takes pride in from-scratch cooking and baking and you consistently follow food safety and site safety standards, we want to hear from you. Matrix: Our work begins where the road ends.

Requirements

• Experience preparing meals for small and large groups in a remote camp kitchen setting (3 years remote camp experience required)
• Ability to produce from-scratch menu items, including baking/desserts
• Food Safety / Food Handler certificate (required)
• First Aid / Advanced First Aid certification (required)
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices (safe storage, sanitation, and food handling)
• Ability to lead, train, and coach kitchen staff when required
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, cleanliness, and teamwork
• MSHA certification is required
• Must comply with all applicable mine safety and health requirements, including MSHA regulations (30 CFR) and site-specific safety orientation/training
• PPE and site rules are required (specific PPE listed by the site upon onboarding)
• Reference and criminal record checks will be conducted
• Some sites may require pre-access drug screening and/or fitness-for-duty clearance
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Matrix will comply with all applicable U.S. employment verification requirements (I-9)

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to local candidates (and candidates with proximity) in the Winnemucca, NV region.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner for approximately 150 residents, including from-scratch cooking, baking, and desserts (as provided by Matrix)
• Plan menus that meet resident preferences and dietary/allergy requirements, while staying within budgeted food costs
• Manage food inventory: ordering, storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation according to the Matrix food safety plan
• Maintain kitchen standards: safe, clean, and organized workspace with a strong team-first approach
• Train, support, and supervise kitchen staff while keeping production running smoothly

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed