Seasonal Head Cook - Remote Alaska Camp

We are seeking experienced Seasonal Head Cooks for camp operations on Alaska’s North Slope.

Head Cooks oversee daily kitchen and food service operations, prepare meals, supervise and train kitchen staff, plan menus, manage inventory and ordering, and maintain positive relationships with clients and customers. At smaller camps, this position may also oversee housekeeping services.

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking for seasonal work, competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and a rotational schedule .

• Work Location : Remote camp, North Slope, Alaska
• Season : Approximately mid-January through mid-April (depending on weather conditions)
• Rotational Schedule : 3 weeks on /3 weeks off; 12-hour shifts
• Weekly Hours : Approximately 84 hours per work week (40 straight hrs + 44 overtime hrs)
• Travel : Company-arranged and paid flights between Anchorage and the job site
• Room & Board : Provided at no cost while working in camp
• Point of Hire : Anchorage, Alaska

JOB DUTIES

• Oversee daily kitchen and food service operations
• Supervise, schedule, train, and support kitchen staff and, at smaller camps, housekeeping staff
• Plan menus, prepare meals, and oversee food preparation and service
• Maintain food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and service standards
• Conduct daily pre-meal checks of food service areas for cleanliness, stock, and appearance
• Manage food and supply ordering, inventory, storage, and stock rotation
• Monitor food production and minimize waste
• Follow and enforce food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and ServSafe requirements
• Lead required safety meetings and ensure staff follow safety procedures and use required PPE
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, customers, residents, and coworkers
• Respond to customer feedback and help improve food quality and service
• Complete required reports, paperwork, and training
• Coordinate catering, holiday meals, and special events
• Follow company and client policies and requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to work away from home for three consecutive weeks
• High school diploma or GED
• 2–3 years of high-volume food production and supervisory experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Able to work independently and use good judgment
• Comfortable living and working in a remote camp with shared housing

MUST PASS

• Drug test
• Post-offer fitness-for-duty test
• Criminal background check

WHAT TO EXPECT

Remote camp work is a unique experience and may not be for everyone. Before applying, make sure you are comfortable with the following:

• Living and working at a remote camp on Alaska's North Slope
• Staying at camp for your full 3-week work rotation
• Sharing a room with another employee
• Working long, physically active shifts
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the day
• Following all safety rules, camp policies, and work procedures
• Working as part of a team and maintaining a professional attitude

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay
• Free housing and meals while in camp
• Company-paid travel from Anchorage to the job site
• Opportunities to work additional rotations
• A unique Alaska camp experience with a hardworking team

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