Cook, Prep

Holland America/Princess Alaska-Yukon Land Operations•Anchorage, AK

97d•Onsite

About The Position

The Anchorage-based prep cook supports the food and beverage operation by preparing food products locally when possible for use aboard trains. Because onboard rail kitchens are compact, the prep team works with commercial kitchen equipment in the rail yard and has a fixed schedule.

Requirements

Pass a pre-employment background check.
Be eligible to work in the United States; the employer cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
Have or be able to obtain an Alaska Food Handlers Card.
Be able to lift 50 lbs./23 kg.
Be able to organize and prioritize work, maintain attention to time constraints, and work in a team or group environment.
Be able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and external influences.
Be able to work independently with minimal supervision while achieving daily goals.
Be able to support and comply with company policies, procedures, guidelines, and health and safety standards.
Be able to stand, walk, and work on feet for at least 8 hours per day.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of advanced food preparation tasks.
Prepare, cook, and process food for use aboard rail cars.
Follow recipe guidelines to ensure consistency, minimize waste, and control portions.
Complete logs and forms for time and temperature checks of food, coolers, freezers, and sanitation buckets.
Monitor inventory, rotate supplies, and maintain required inventory levels.
Complete end-of-day procedures, including cleaning checklists, proper product storage, and checkouts with the supervisor.
Wash dishes and clean the prep kitchen area.
Assist with receiving products and following proper storage procedures.