General Helper - Ellesmere Island Operations - Fly In/Out - 2 Month Rotations

ATCO Frontec is hiring a versatile Steward to join its team in Eureka, NU. This role involves supporting culinary operations, assisting with general camp maintenance, and performing housekeeping duties. The position follows an 8 weeks on, 8 weeks off rotation, offering a unique opportunity to work in a remote Arctic environment. The successful candidate will have experience in food service, housekeeping, and general labor, with the ability to multitask and work effectively in extreme conditions.

Position

General Helper

Work Rotation

8 weeks on, 8 weeks off

Accommodations

Fly-In/Fly-Out (FIFO) and Camp Accommodations (Meals/Lodging)

Responsibilities

The Steward is responsible for supporting food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a well-organized camp environment.

  • Assist the Chef with basic food preparation, including washing, chopping, and peeling vegetables.
  • Maintain kitchen cleanliness, including workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
  • Stock food serving areas while maintaining quality and minimizing waste.
  • Operate food service equipment safely and follow policies.
  • Ensure food temperature logs and cleaning schedules are accurately recorded.
  • Prepare and cook food according to standardized recipes.
  • Clean and sanitize common areas, including restrooms and staff areas.
  • Vacuum carpets, mop floors, dust furniture, and empty trash receptacles.
  • Restock supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toiletries.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have experience in kitchen, housekeeping, and general labor roles with a strong work ethic.

  • Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a 3rd Cook, Line Cook, General Helper, or Housekeeper.
  • Valid Advanced Food Safety Certificate required.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent multitasking and prioritization abilities.
  • Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects.
  • Comfortable working in remote and extreme weather conditions.
  • Availability to work rotational shifts, including extended hours as needed.
  • Final candidates must pass a pre-employment alcohol & drug test, fit-to-work medical test, criminal record check, and Security Clearance Check.

Perks and Benefits

Employees will benefit from structured rotations, competitive pay, and remote work accommodations.

  • Camp accommodations and meals provided.
  • Competitive hourly wage of $28.36 per hour.
  • 8/8 rotation schedule for work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for career growth in a remote work environment.
  • Supportive and team-oriented work culture.

Worksite/Project

Ellesmere Island Operations & Maintenance

ATCO Frontec supports operations at the Eureka Weather Station on Ellesmere Island, Nunavut, one of the world's northernmost research stations. Managed by Environment and Climate Change Canada, the facility is vital for Arctic climate studies and atmospheric research. ATCO Frontec provides essential services, including facility maintenance, catering, and logistics, ensuring smooth operations in extreme Arctic conditions. Their responsibilities include infrastructure management, daily oversight, and supplying provisions to sustain research activities. By maintaining this remote facility, ATCO Frontec advances scientific research while ensuring the safety and efficiency of personnel in one of Earth's harshest environments.

Ellesmere Island Operations & Maintenance

Employer Hiring

ATCO Frontec

ATCO Frontec is a provider of operational support services, facilities management, logistics, and remote workforce accommodations, operating as part of ATCO Ltd., a diversified global corporation. The company was formed in 1986 as Frontec Logistics Corp. (short for "Frontier Technologies") to supply technical expertise and logistical support in northern Canada, and has since grown into an international facilities-management and technical-services company. ATCO Frontec specializes in remote, turnkey camp and workforce lodging services — including catering, housekeeping, front-desk and accommodation management, and facility maintenance — along with water and wastewater treatment, power generation, fuel supply, waste management, airfield operations, and disaster and emergency response. It serves clients across the resource, industrial, government, and military sectors, including the Canadian Department of National Defence, the Canadian Armed Forces, and NATO, and has operated in some of the world's most remote and demanding environments, from the Canadian Arctic to overseas deployments.

ATCO Frontec

Date

2025-01-14

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