Chef - Remote Camps Ontario - Covered Travel & Camp
Dexterra Group is hiring experienced Chefs for its Northwestern Ontario remote camp operations. This senior culinary leadership role oversees daily kitchen operations, menu planning, food preparation, and staff training to ensure consistent quality and safety across all meal services. The Chef will manage food ordering, inventory, and team performance while maintaining HACCP and FOODSAFE standards. This camp-based position offers a competitive daily pay rate of $335, full accommodations, meals, and paid travel from Thunder Bay or Winnipeg. Employees enjoy a balanced 3-week on/3-week off rotation in a professional, growth-focused environment.
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Responsibilities
The Chef oversees all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and team performance within the remote camp environment.
- Supervise and coordinate all kitchen staff to ensure compliance with company standards and procedures.
- Plan and execute menus aligned with nutritional, dietary, and client requirements.
- Ensure food safety compliance using HACCP and FOODSAFE practices.
- Monitor and control inventory, food costs, and labor efficiency.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate culinary team members to promote growth and consistency.
- Oversee preparation, serving, and storage of food items for all meal services.
- Conduct bi-weekly inventory checks and maintain accurate records.
- Ensure positive client and staff interactions through professional and personable service.
Requirements
Ideal candidates will bring advanced culinary expertise, leadership experience, and a strong background in large-scale or remote camp food operations.
- Journeyperson or interprovincial Red Seal certification preferred.
- Valid Food Safe certification required.
- Minimum 10 years of experience as a Chef in hotels, resorts, restaurants, or remote lodges.
- Proficiency in menu costing, recipe standardization, and budget management.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and GFS software.
- Comprehensive knowledge of hot and cold kitchens, bakery, butchery, and banquet operations.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a demanding kitchen environment.
Perks and Benefits
This camp-based Chef position offers excellent compensation, extended rotations, and premium amenities, making it ideal for culinary professionals seeking leadership roles in remote operations.
- Daily pay: $335 per day.
- 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation for improved work-life balance.
- Free accommodations and meals during rotation.
- Private rooms with cable TV, Wi-Fi, gym, and laundry access.
- Paid travel to and from site (Thunder Bay and Winnipeg).
- Employer-matched RRSP contributions and competitive benefits plan.
- Career advancement opportunities within Dexterra Group's national operations.
- Supportive, team-oriented environment focused on safety and quality.
Worksite/Project
Remote Construction and Mining Camps Ontario
Remote camps in Ontario serve workers in some of the provinces most northern mining and construction projects, offering essential accommodations for those working in isolated and challenging environments. These camps typically support a wide range of construction and mining activities, including gold and base metal extraction, and provide a comfortable and secure living space for workers. With transportation typically provided through flights from major hubs, workers are able to perform long shifts on-site, typically in a rotational schedule, while relying on the camp for food, lodging, and rest. The camps are a vital part of the mining and construction sectors, helping to maintain a steady workforce in Ontario's remote regions.
Remote Construction and Mining Camps OntarioEmployer Hiring
Horizon North
Horizon North, now part of Dexterra Group, is a leading Canadian provider of infrastructure and operational support services, specializing in workforce accommodations, modular construction, and facilities management. The company delivers turnkey solutions for remote and industrial projects, supporting sectors such as mining, energy, forestry, and construction across Canada's remote and urban regions. With expertise in camp management, catering, and modular building construction, Horizon North ensures cost-effective and scalable housing solutions for resource-based industries. In 2020, it expanded its offsite construction capabilities by acquiring NRB Inc., an Ontario-based modular manufacturer, strengthening its prefabricated building solutions. In 2021, Horizon North merged with Dexterra Group, a national leader in facilities operations and support services, creating a comprehensive service platform that spans all 11 provinces and territories.
Horizon North