First Cook

First Cook (Remote Mining Camp) Winnemucca NV

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 youre 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.

Basics

• 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

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

Mine Site Safety & Compliance (MSHA / Nevada)

• 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

Preference

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

Employment Eligibility

• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

• Matrix will comply with all applicable U.S. employment verification requirements (I-9)

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time Seasonal (Rotational)
• Rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off

Additional Notes

Once youre in our system youll be considered for upcoming camp opportunities throughout the year.
Get on our pre-screened pipeline today!

Our work begins where the road ends.