Seasonal Head Cook - Remote Alaska Camp

Denali Universal Services•North Slope, AK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The position is based at a remote camp on Alaska’s North Slope, with a season of approximately mid-January through mid-April, depending on weather conditions. The rotational schedule is three weeks on and three weeks off, with 12-hour shifts and approximately 84 hours per work week (40 straight-time hours plus 44 overtime hours). Company-arranged, paid flights are provided between Anchorage and the job site. Room and board are provided at no cost while working in camp; the point of hire is Anchorage, Alaska. Candidates must be comfortable living and working at a remote camp for their full three-week rotation, sharing a room, working long and physically active shifts, and following camp safety rules and procedures. Applicants must pass a drug test, a post-offer fitness-for-duty test, and a criminal background check.

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.
Current ServSafe Manager Certification.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to work independently and use good judgment.
Comfortable living and working in a remote camp with shared housing.
Must pass a drug test, post-offer fitness-for-duty test, and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

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 personal protective equipment.
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.