Head Chef – Remote Mining Camp (Northern Washington)

Job Title: Head Chef – Remote Mining Camp (Northern Washington) Schedule: 14/14 rotation (on-site housing & meals provided) Pay: $24 – $32/hr + overtime + perks About the Role We’re looking for a seasoned Head Chef / Lead Cook to lead kitchen production for our 100-person remote mining camp in Northern Washington. You’ll be responsible for planning and executing high-calorie, nutritionally balanced menus (4,000+ calories/day), supervising cooks and prep staff, maintaining food quality and safety, overseeing portion control and minimizing waste — all in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead daily kitchen operations and meal production for 100 workers, ensuring consistency, quality, and timeliness. • Plan and execute high-calorie, satisfying menus suitable for physically demanding work schedules. • Supervise, train, and support kitchen cooks and prep staff; enforce kitchen standards and procedures. • Maintain strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards. • Manage inventory, portion control, waste reduction, and ordering of food supplies and ingredients. • Ensure proper storage, food rotation, and temperature control. • Work collaboratively with camp leadership to optimize kitchen operations. Required Qualifications • Proven experience in high-volume cooking, institutional food service, or similar culinary environment. • Strong leadership and team management skills; capable of directing kitchen staff effectively. • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills under pressure. • Current Food Worker Card and ServSafe Manager certification — or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire. • Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices. • Ability to thrive in a remote, rotational (14/14) work environment. Preferred Experience • Prior experience cooking for remote camps, mining camps, industrial sites, or other rotational work environments. • Familiarity with logistical challenges of inventory and food delivery scheduling. • Ability to adapt menus for diverse dietary needs and preferences. What We Offer • Competitive hourly wage plus overtime and rotation perks. • Provided on-site housing and meals during 14-day rotation. • Opportunity to lead and shape kitchen operations in a unique remote setting. How to Apply: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your culinary leadership experience and why you’re an ideal fit for a remote camp setting. We look forward to hearing from you! Apply tot his job Apply To this Job