Who We Are, Where We Are and What We Do?
The Special Areas Board (SAB) is a unique form of local government located in southeastern Alberta. Established through the Special Areas Act in 1938, we provide government services and public land management to residents and businesses over 5 million acres.
At Special Areas, we deliver the municipal services our residents depend on, from grading roads to potable water to emergency and enforcement. We manage over 2.5 million acres of public lands, supporting our ratepayers through the administration of community pastures and leasing public lands for grazing and cultivation. We work with partners in the region to support economic development and rural stabilization, and we help visitors reconnect with the land and sky in our recreation areas and campgrounds.
Where will You Work: Special Areas 2, 3, and 4
The Special Areas Board is seeking a Seasonal/Wage Cook to support construction camp operations for the 2026 Construction Season. This position is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious, high-quality meals for a camp crew of approximately 9–14 employees, five (5) days per week in a rural remote setting.
What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
- Plan menus and purchase all food and kitchen supplies required for camp operations.
- Prepare and serve three full meals daily, along with snacks and baked goods for coffee breaks and desserts.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and kitchen cleanliness.
- Wash and sanitize dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Manage food inventory effectively to control costs, minimize waste, and ensure efficient use of supplies.
- Load and unload groceries and supplies at camp as required.
- Complete administrative tasks and weekly billing documentation
What You Need
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (GED) – combination of experience/education will be considered
- 3–5 years of camp, commercial cooking, and/or baking experience.
- Strong knowledge of large-quantity food preparation methods and procedures and ability to prepare wholesome, nutritious meals independently and efficiently.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining a friendly, conscientious, and professional attitude.
- Strong communication and basic writing skills.
- Physical capabilities to perform job duties - required lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence
Preference given to candidates possessing:
- Valid Food Safe/Food Handler Certificate Important Considerations for Applicants
- This position requires working long days in a rural and remote camp environment. Candidates must be physically capable of standing for extended periods while preparing and serving meals and performing kitchen clean-up duties.
- The role involves lifting, carrying, loading, and unloading food supplies and kitchen materials.
- Successful candidates must be comfortable working independently in a camp setting and adapting to changing operational needs. Flexibility, reliability, and the ability to maintain a positive attitude in a team-oriented environment are essential.
- Availability to work from May/June through September/October.
- This is a designated safety sensitive position and mandatory pre-employment drug testing will be required on all newly hired employees.
Term Seasonal 2026 Position
- Hourly Rates starting at $26.3061 - $31.2875 depending upon classification, relevant education, skills and experience.
- In addition to the hourly rate of pay, earnings include:
- * 5.2 percent of regular wage earnings as holiday pay (Stat) and
- * 6 percent of regular wage earnings as annual vacation pay.
- Compensation based on a 40-hour week - Overtime may be required.
Application Questions?
- Human Resources – 403-854-5604
COMPETITION NO: 321505Cook CLOSING DATE: June 1, 2026
Please submit your resume, including a contact email address, quote the competition number, and specify your preferred work location(s), if applicable to:
Human Resource Services - Special Areas Board Box 820, Hanna, AB T0J 1P0
Email: SpecialAreasHR@specialareas.ab.ca
We thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be personally contacted
