Cook, Lead Line

Princess Cruises and Holland America Line; Alaska; On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free cruise after first season

Referral program

Professional growth

Employee activities

Job summary

Princess Cruises and Holland America Line seeks a Lead Line Cook at Holland America Denali Lodge. You will guide the culinary team, uphold elevated standards, and deliver exceptional dining experiences in a high-energy kitchen.

The role emphasizes leadership, reliability and a passion for food, driving teamwork and growth within the team while supporting guests with memorable meals during the season.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen line and coordinating a culinary team.
• Ability to maintain high standards of taste, quality and plating.
• Proficient in fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced food prep and dish execution with quality and presentation focus.
• Oversee service prep, station setup and consistency across courses.
• Supervise kitchen staff, mentor juniors, and ensure safety compliance.
• Assist with inventory, prep lists and station restocking as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness, efficiency and adherence to standards.
• Uphold Alaska regulatory requirements and ServSafe expectations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Team leadership

Adaptability

Food safety awareness

Education

Alaska Food Handlers Card

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Cook, Lead Line

Department: Food and Beverage

Employment Type: Seasonal - Full Time

Location: Holland America Denali Lodge

Description

Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation.

Inspire the Kitchen, Elevate the Experience!

Take the lead in crafting exceptional dishes and setting the pace in a dynamic, high-energy kitchen. As a Lead Line Cook, you’ll guide the culinary team with precision, uphold elevated standards of quality and presentation, and ensure every plate reflects excellence. Your reliability, leadership, and passion for food will help create memorable dining experiences for guests and a supportive, growth-focused environment for your team. Make this season one of flavor, teamwork, and unforgettable moments!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform a variety of advanced food preparation tasks, ensuring each dish meets high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.
• Routinely prepare and process food items, from prepping ingredients to executing dishes during service.
• Monitor food preparation activities and oversee kitchen staff to maintain efficiency, consistency, and cleanliness.
• Ensure all food leaving the kitchen meets established standards for safety, flavor, and visual appeal.
• Organize and maintain your station and assist others as needed to keep the kitchen running smoothly.
• Support and guide junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Assist with inventory checks, prep lists, and restocking to ensure readiness for each shift.
• Bring reliability, dependability, and a positive attitude to a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must pass a pre-employment background check.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs./23kg.
• Have current or be able to obtain an Alaska Food Handlers Card or ServSafe Certification. If needed the company will provide training for ServSafe.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check.
• Minimum age of 18 years is required to reside in company housing, where available.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States. Holland America-Princess is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time (e.g., H-2B status).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Ability to organize and prioritize work, maintain attention to time constraints, while working in a team or group environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and external influences.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while achieving daily goals.
• Ability to support and comply with company policies, procedures and guidelines including support and comply with company health and safety standards.
• Ability to stand/walk/work on feet for minimum of 8 hours per day.

BENEFITS

• Travel - FREE CRUISE AFTER YOUR FIRST SEASON!
• Reward for Referral Program
• Experience – Of a lifetime!
• Rewards & Incentives
• Community Service
• Employee Activities
• Professional Growth

HAP Alaska Yukon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.