With Horizon North’s strong arm in western Canada and Dexterra’s trusted presence in some of the most critical and complex environments in the country, we offer world-class complete, full-service accommodation package ranging from single person occupancy to a 3,500 bed lodge – on time and on budget.

Is Camp Life for you?
Rewarding. Motivating. Fun. Just some of the words employees use to describe their careers at Horizon North. As a part of our team, you are encouraged to strive for excellence in everything you do. Our focus is on personal and professional growth and we value our employees as the center of Horizon North’s success.

Based in a world class camp facility, the regular shift for this position is 20 Days on and 10 Days off, with 10-12 hour workdays. Transportation is provided to site from pickup points in Edmonton, Fort Saint John, Grande Prairie.

Make an Impact
The Second Cook is responsible for assisting in the overall kitchen operations and maintenance as well as cleaning and sanitizing of designated kitchen areas, tools, equipment, pots, and dishes.

This position is safety sensitive and requires drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment. 

What you’ll do

• Ensure consistent quality standards in food preparation as per client’s requirements
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation in kitchen in accordance with Food Safe protocol.   Complies with and ensures food hygiene regulations are carried out accordance with Food Safety Act
• Prepare food items for Sandwich Making including:
• Select and cut breads
• Cut and wrap sandwiches
• Slice cold meats and cheese by hand or machine
• Distribute meats, fillings, garnish and other ingredients on breads
• Label sandwiches
• Visually inspect appearance of all cold food for proper color combination and overall presentation to maintain appeal
• Check and control proper storage of all food items in refrigerators and freezers to maintain product freshness
• Prepare and set up a full salad bar for lunch and supper
• Incorporate into preparation any requests to comply with special dietary constraints
• Ensure food stocks are utilized effectively
• Assist with unloading, loading and placing of groceries and supplies
• Assist Leadership in performing administrative tasks (i.e. maintaining Temperature logs refrigerator and internal cooked foods, etc.) effectively and efficiently
• Assist with Horizon North Camps and Catering (HNCC) Workplace Health & Safety initiatives
• Ensure health and safety regulations and quality standards are maintained
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be required

• You have at least FoodSafe Level I. SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification is an asset.  
• You have a minimum three 3 years' cooking experience in a similar or hotel/institutional environment preferred
• You have excellent organizational, interpersonal and analytical skills; and superior initiative and attitude
• You can prioritize multiple demands and strong customer service focus
• You can multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• You have excellent problem-solving skills
• You have the ability and desire to work independently with minimal supervision, and as a team player

As an employer of choice, we treat all our employees consistently and fairly to help you achieve personal and professional ambitions.

Dexterra and Horizon North are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation in these processes.

We thank all applicants for considering a career with us; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Currently, we do not require assistance from recruitment agencies, Thank you