Second Cook

Matrix Camps and Logistics • Elko, NV

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Matrix Camps, Logistics & Aviation is seeking an experienced Second Cook to support food service at a remote mining camp near Winnemucca, Nevada. The camp has approximately 150 residents. The role assists with preparing and serving high-quality meals while following food safety procedures and working collaboratively with the kitchen team.

The Second Cook assists with breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, supports from-scratch cooking and baking or dessert production as provided by Matrix, prepares food according to recipes, portioning standards, and production schedules, and helps maintain safe, sanitary kitchen and storage areas. The role also supports inventory labeling, storage, and FIFO rotation under the Matrix food safety plan, and helps the 1st Cook with kitchen organization, prep lists, and team workflow.

This is a full-time seasonal rotational role, with a schedule of three weeks on and three weeks off. Camp experience is required for consideration. Candidates must have the required food safety and First Aid credentials, follow site rules and required PPE, and be legally permitted to work in the United States. Reference and criminal record checks will be conducted; some sites may also require pre-access drug screening and/or fitness-for-duty clearance. Preference will be given to local candidates or those near the Winnemucca, Nevada region.

Requirements

• Remote camp kitchen experience is preferred; camp experience is required for consideration.
• Ability to prepare meals for small and large groups in a high-volume setting.
• Food Safety or Food Handler certificate required.
• First Aid or Advanced First Aid certification required.
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices, including safe storage, sanitation, and handling.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in remote or site conditions.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, cleanliness, and teamwork.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Reference and criminal record checks will be conducted.
• Some sites may require pre-access drug screening and/or fitness-for-duty clearance.
• Required PPE and compliance with site rules; specific PPE will be provided upon onboarding.

Nice To Haves

• Remote camp kitchen experience.
• Local to or near the Winnemucca, Nevada region.

Responsibilities

• Assist with breakfast, lunch, and dinner service for approximately 150 residents.
• Support from-scratch cooking and baking or dessert production as provided by Matrix.
• Prepare food according to recipes, portioning standards, and production schedules.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards in kitchen and storage areas.
• Support food inventory tasks, including labeling, storage, and FIFO rotation under the Matrix food safety plan.
• Support the 1st Cook with kitchen organization, prep lists, and team workflow.
• Follow directions promptly and maintain a positive, safety-first attitude.
• Follow required PPE and site rules.

What This Job Offers

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