1st Cook - Resolute Bay Arctic Operations - 4 Weeks On / 4 Weeks Off - FIFO
ATCO Frontec is hiring a 1st Cook to support camp food services in Resolute Bay, Nunavut. The 1st Cook will assist the Chef with preparing high-quality meals, supervising kitchen staff, maintaining inventory, and ensuring sanitation compliance. This position includes camp accommodations, paid travel, and a structured 4-weeks-on / 4-weeks-off rotation. The wage is $26 per hour. The role is safety sensitive and requires pre-employment clearances including medical, drug testing, and a security check.
Position
Work Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The 1st Cook supports meal preparation and kitchen operations at the remote Resolute Bay camp, ensuring food quality and safety.
- Assist Chef in managing food services and preparation
- Ensure meals are prepared and served to high standards
- Assist with inventory control and ordering supplies
- Train kitchen workers in food safety and procedures
- Assign kitchen duties and oversee performance
- Inspect kitchen facilities for compliance
- Clean equipment, utensils, and kitchen area
- Provide Chef coverage when required
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Candidates must have culinary experience and strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Red Seal Certification (preferred)
- 5+ years' experience as a 1st Cook in hotel or restaurant settings
- Advanced Food Safe Certificate (required)
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to supervise and train kitchen staff
- Organized, efficient, and able to multitask under pressure
- Problem-solving and leadership skills
- Must pass pre-employment drug, medical, and criminal checks
- Security Clearance Check required
Perks and Benefits
This position includes competitive pay and benefits in a remote northern setting.
- $26/hour wage
- Camp accommodations provided
- All travel to site paid
- 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off rotation
- Work in a safety-driven, remote Arctic environment
Worksite/Project
Resolute Bay Arctic Operations
Resolute Bay, located in Nunavut, Canada, serves as a strategic hub for Arctic operations. The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) utilize the Canadian Armed Forces Arctic Training Centre (CAFATC) in Resolute Bay to conduct cold-weather training and operations, ensuring personnel are prepared for the unique challenges of the Arctic environment. ATCO Frontec has been providing a range of site and operational support services in Resolute Bay for over 30 years, including owning and operating two hotels and managing water treatment facilities, highlighting the community's role in supporting Arctic operations.
Resolute Bay Arctic OperationsEmployer Hiring
ATCO Frontec
ATCO Frontec is a leading provider of remote workforce accommodations, camp management, and facility maintenance services across Canada, North America, and the Arctic. With decades of expertise in remote site operations, modular infrastructure, and emergency response services, ATCO Frontec supports industries such as mining, energy, infrastructure, and defense. The company delivers turnkey camp solutions, including lodging, catering, housekeeping, and security services, ensuring safe, comfortable, and efficient workforce housing in challenging environments. ATCO Frontec's notable projects include Two Rivers Lodge for BC Hydro's Site C Clean Energy Project, Teck Elk Valley Lodge, BHP Jansen Discovery Lodge, and Resolute Bay Arctic Operations, as well as long-term involvement in the North Warning System and mobile health unit deployments. With a strong focus on sustainability, logistics efficiency, and remote infrastructure support, ATCO Frontec continues to be a trusted partner in large-scale workforce housing and operational support projects across Canada.
ATCO Frontec