Kitchen Helper - Alaska (North Slope)

Denali Universal Services • North Slope, AK

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Denali Universal Services is seeking dependable, team-oriented Food Service Workers (Kitchen Helpers) to support daily kitchen and dining operations at a remote camp on Alaska’s North Slope. The role assists cooks and food service staff with food preparation, sanitation, dishwashing, and upkeep of dining areas. Candidates should be safety-focused, adaptable, and comfortable working long, physically active shifts in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

The position is based at a remote camp on the North Slope, with a point of hire in Anchorage, Alaska. Schedules rotate either three weeks on/three weeks off or two weeks on/two weeks off, depending on the job site. Shifts are 12 hours per day, with 40 straight-time hours and 44 overtime hours per work week. Flights between Anchorage and the job site are arranged and paid for by the company. Camp housing and meals are provided at no cost while on rotation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous food service or kitchen experience.
• Alaska Food Worker Card, or ability to obtain one upon hire.
• Ability to speak and understand English.
• Ability to work rotational schedules with extended time away from home.
• Ability to live in a camp or dormitory-style setting, including sharing a room if required.
• Reliable access to a smartphone capable of running apps for scheduling, timekeeping, shift communications, and time-off requests.
• Must pass a drug test, post-offer fitness-for-duty test, and criminal background check.
• Comfort with remote camp living, long physically active shifts, and following camp safety, hygiene, conduct, and work procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation, including washing, chopping, portioning, and serving food.
• Wash dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining areas, and food storage spaces.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Assist with meal setup, service, and breakdown.
• Stock supplies and assist with inventory as directed.
• Dispose of trash and recyclables according to camp procedures.
• Follow company safety policies and North Slope camp rules.
• Follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Support other kitchen or camp service duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance.
• Free camp housing and meals while on rotation.
• Company-arranged and company-paid travel between Anchorage and the job site.
• Competitive wages and substantial overtime opportunities due to the 12-hour shift schedule.
• Rotational schedule provides approximately six months off each year.
• Fill-in work opportunities are available for employees who want extra work.
• Opportunity to work in a unique, team-focused environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED