Camp First Cook

Colville, Inc.•Prudhoe Bay, AK

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Brooks Camp is seeking a Camp First Cook - Breakfast Lead to oversee overnight breakfast operations and help deliver exceptional food service to employees and guests on Alaska's North Slope. This is a senior kitchen position responsible for leading the overnight breakfast team, coordinating meal preparation, ensuring food safety compliance, and delivering a high-quality breakfast service each day. The First Cook serves as the shift leader for overnight kitchen operations, providing direction to Second Cooks, General Helpers, and support staff while maintaining communication with kitchen management.

Requirements

Previous experience as a cook in a commercial, industrial, institutional, camp, or high-volume food service environment
Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate the work of others
Valid Alaska Food Handler Card or ability to obtain upon hire
Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
Ability to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work overnight shifts in a remote camp environment
Ability to pass: Pre-employment non-DOT drug screening, Criminal background check, Fit-for-duty medical evaluation

Nice To Haves

Experience in remote camp, oilfield, mining, military, or institutional food service operations
Experience leading kitchen teams or serving in a senior cook role
Experience preparing large-volume breakfast service
Culinary training or related certifications

Responsibilities

Oversee overnight breakfast production and ensure all menu items are prepared and ready for service
Coordinate and direct the activities of Second Cooks, General Helpers, and support staff during the shift
Monitor workflow and adjust priorities to ensure timely meal service
Serve as the lead point of contact for overnight kitchen operations
Communicate operational issues, equipment concerns, inventory shortages, and service impacts to kitchen management
Prepare and cook breakfast items including eggs, breakfast meats, potatoes, baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, burritos, pancakes, waffles, French toast, and daily specials
Set up and maintain omelet and breakfast stations
Ensure food quality, consistency, presentation, and proper portion control
Monitor serving lines during service and ensure products remain stocked and fresh
Assist with airport and grab-and-go meal preparation as needed
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP requirements
Maintain accurate temperature and cooling logs
Ensure hot and cold foods are held at proper temperatures
Monitor cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen and dining areas
Lead by example in maintaining food safety standards
Provide guidance, training, and direction to kitchen team members
Promote teamwork and accountability during overnight operations
Ensure daily cleaning tasks, organization projects, and kitchen responsibilities are completed
Support a positive and productive work environment
Assist with inventory control, freezer pulls, and supply management
Maintain organization of walk-in coolers and freezers
Ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained according to established procedures
Complete required opening and closing duties for the shift