Alaska Resort Sous Chef — Menu Innovator & Kitchen Lead

NANA Regional Corporation; Homer (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sous Chef at NANA Regional Corporation supports daily culinary operations under the guidance of the Executive Chef, assisting with menu development and execution, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring high-quality, nutritious, and diverse meals.

Based at the Land’s End Resort in Homer, Alaska, the role emphasizes food safety, inventory management, independent work, and collaboration with hotel dining services to provide consistent service.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have or obtain a Municipality of Anchorage Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe Certification contingent upon 30 days of hire.
• Three (3) years of documented Sous Chef experience within a restaurant, hotel, or hospitality setting.
• Must have knowledge and training in using a variety of food production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and consistently complies with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Prepares a variety of proteins such as wild game, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of traditional foods.
• Ensures all catering activities and services are provided in a high quality, consistent, and cost-effective manner.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Meets with supervisors to discuss daily menus, issues, and problems.
• Supports an effective safety program.
• Must be able to work independently and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• This position may be responsible for the supervision of staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Management Team.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Food safety

Menu planning

Supervisory skills

English language

Education

High School diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Job description

The Sous Chef at NANA Regional Corporation supports daily culinary operations under the guidance of the Executive Chef, assisting with menu development and execution, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring high-quality, nutritious, and diverse meals.

Based at the Land’s End Resort in Homer, Alaska, the role emphasizes food safety, inventory management, independent work, and collaboration with hotel dining services to provide consistent service.