Galley Assistant

Galley Assistant

Assists with food preparation, dish cleanup, stocking and maintaining the cleanliness of the galley and vessel dining and lounge areas.

Common Job Functions:

• Assists with meal preparation, service and maintaining the steam and cold tables as directed. Includes assisting with clean up and proper storage of left overs and ingredients.
• Washes dishes, pots, pans and utensils during meal-times and throughout the day as needed. Includes maintaining the dishwasher supplies and cleanliness.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the dining and lounge areas at all times. Includes: mopping the floors, cleaning tables, chairs, counters, condiment holders, walls and lounge areas.
• Regularly cleans, refills and stocks beverage stations including coffee pots, juice and water dispensers.
• Stocks dining hall with items used by the crew, including condiments, cereal, bread, paper products, and utensils.
• Cleans and fills steam tables, ensures steam table is powered on/off as required based on scheduled meal service.
• Assists the cooks with stocking galley supplies for the daily menus. Stocks and maintains cleanliness of dry storage and cooler areas.
• Assists with preparing salad items, maintains a clean salad storage area at all times and monitors left-over storage and freezer area ensuring the freezer is clean and defrosted as needed.

Additional Duties as assigned:

• Assists the vessel Housekeeper as needed. Performing additional tasks as directed by the Chief Steward and Cook on duty.
• Participates in all back load and off load activities.
• Learns and follows all hygiene and safety rules and protocols. Including using only approved cleaning products, and regular use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Participates in crew meetings, safety orientations and drills as required.
• Operates safety sensitive equipment and machinery only with authorization and proper training.
• Develops awareness of galley environment and potential hazards. Immediately notifies supervisors and communicates with coworkers to maintain safe working conditions.

Conditions on the Vessel:

• Shifts are 12 hours per day, 7 days a week for the duration of the fishing contract.
• Contracts are seasonal, duration based on the season and the availability of fish.
• Conditions in the galley may vary in temperature and weather will cause the vessel to move unexpectedly during operation.
• Crew members are provided with a bunk, mattress and locker in crew quarters.
• Crew lounge provides access to two computer kiosks for short-term usage during breaks.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay is crew share based with daily minimum guarantee.
• Room and board provided by the company.
• 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, upon meeting qualification periods.
• Work between seasons in the shipyard, based on availability, paid hourly.

Additional Benefits:

• Promotion from within whenever possible.
• On the job training. Opportunities for additional training available with supervisor approval.
• Wi-Fi access available.

Minimum Requirements

Certification/Experience:

• Current Alaska Food Worker certificate or ability to attain certification.
• Prior work in food preparation, dish washing preferred though not required.

Physical and Mental Expectations:

• Regularly requires the ability to receive instruction, communicate, read and identify signs and alerts in English. Regularly requires symbol recognition and memorization.
• Able to follow for recipe measurements for food and beverage ingredients, as well as for cleaning product mixture as needed.
• Standing for long periods of time, lifting up to 60lbs, pushing/pulling, reaching, twisting/turning, hand eye coordination. Movements occasionally include, bending/stooping, squatting/kneeling, climbing and crawling.
• Able to navigate steep stairways, gangways, Jacob's ladder and/or upper bunk unassisted.
• Dexterity: able to use knives and utensils for cutting, serving, as well as maintain balance while walking/standing.
• Visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, capable of fine detail, and distance vision.
• Able to adjust to shipboard working and living conditions in close quarters, far from home for long periods.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a professional, respectful manner with coworkers, shipmates, company personnel and visitors.

Employee Responsibility:

• Employees taking medication or requiring eyeglasses or contacts need a backup pair/sufficient supply to last at least 90 days.
• Maintains physical and dental health in preparation for work at sea, far from medical facilities, pharmacies or dental services.
• Employees provide their own bedding: blanket, sheets and pillows. Large, thick blankets or sleeping bags require a removable duvet cover or sleeping bag liner for washing.
• Enough clothing, socks, warm layers, to last 8-9 days between laundry dates, comfortable shoes for crew lounge/eating areas, and toiletries for up to 90 days.