First Cook

First Cook (Remote Mining Camp) — Winnemucca, NV

We are seeking an experienced 1st Cook for rotational, site-based work at a remote mining camp site in the Winnemucca, NV region. Our camp operates at approximately 150 occupancy.

If you’re a hands-on culinary leader who takes pride in from-scratch cooking and baking and you consistently follow food safety and site safety standards, we want to hear from you.

Matrix: Our work begins where the road ends.

Basics

- Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner for approximately 150 residents, including from-scratch cooking, baking, and desserts (as provided by Matrix)
- Plan menus that meet resident preferences and dietary/allergy requirements, while staying within budgeted food costs
- Manage food inventory: ordering, storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation according to the Matrix food safety plan
- Maintain kitchen standards: safe, clean, and organized workspace with a strong team-first approach
- Train, support, and supervise kitchen staff while keeping production running smoothly

Requirements

- Experience preparing meals for small and large groups in a remote camp kitchen setting (3 years remote camp experience required)
- Ability to produce from-scratch menu items, including baking/desserts
- Food Safety / Food Handler certificate (required)
- First Aid / Advanced First Aid certification (required)
- Strong knowledge of food safety practices (safe storage, sanitation, and food handling)
- Ability to lead, train, and coach kitchen staff when required
- Strong commitment to workplace safety, cleanliness, and teamwork

Mine Site Safety & Compliance (MSHA / Nevada)

- MSHA certification is required
- Must comply with all applicable mine safety and health requirements, including MSHA regulations (30 CFR) and site-specific safety orientation/training
- PPE and site rules are required (specific PPE listed by the site upon onboarding)
- Reference and criminal record checks will be conducted
- Some sites may require pre-access drug screening and/or fitness-for-duty clearance

Preference

Preference will be given to local candidates (and candidates with proximity) in the Winnemucca, NV region.

Employment Eligibility

- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

- Matrix will comply with all applicable U.S. employment verification requirements (I-9)

Job Details

- Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal (Rotational)
- Rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off

Additional Notes

Once you’re in our system, you’ll be considered for upcoming camp opportunities throughout the year.
Get on our pre-screened pipeline today!

Our work begins where the road ends.