Chef - Remote Oilfield Camps - 3 Weeks On / 1 Week Off - Camp
Dexterra Group is hiring a Chef for a Horizon North camp facility located in Fort McMurray, Alberta. This position operates on a 3 weeks on, 1 week off rotation, with 12-hour workdays and fly-in/fly-out service provided from Edmonton. The Chef will oversee all kitchen operations, lead menu development and food preparation, and supervise culinary staff while ensuring compliance with food safety protocols.
Position
Work Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Chef oversees all aspects of kitchen operations at a remote camp facility.
- Design and serve high-quality rotational menus
- Supervise and train kitchen staff
- Ensure compliance with FOODSAFE and HACCP standards
- Manage kitchen resources efficiently
- Accommodate special dietary needs
- Conduct bi-weekly inventory checks
Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate extensive culinary experience and leadership in remote or large-scale food service settings.
- Journeyperson or Red Seal Certificate
- Advanced Food Safety or HACCP certification
- 10+ years' experience in hospitality or food service
- Proficiency with MS Office, GFS
- Expertise in multiple kitchen disciplines
Perks and Benefits
This position offers benefits, paid travel, and balanced scheduling.
- 3 weeks on/1 week off rotation
- All travel time paid
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Opportunity for career advancement in a growing organization
Worksite/Project
Remote Oilfield Camps
Remote oilfield camps are vital for supporting the oil and gas industry, especially in Alberta, where many operations are located in remote and challenging regions, such as the oil sands of northern Alberta. These camps provide essential accommodation, meals, and other services to workers involved in oil exploration, drilling, and extraction activities. Oilfield workers typically operate on rotational schedules, working extended hours in remote locations and depending on the camp for their essential needs. These camps are equipped with necessary amenities, including rest areas, dining rooms, and fitness facilities, ensuring that workers can focus on their tasks while maintaining their well-being.
Remote Oilfield CampsEmployer 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