Cook's Assistant - North Slope, AK

Denali Universal Services; Alaska; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Housing & meals provided

401(k) with company match

Travel between Anchorage and site

Overtime with 12-hour shifts

Job summary

Denali Universal Services is seeking a Cook Assistant to support the Head Cook at a remote North Slope Alaska camp. You will prepare and serve meals, maintain a clean kitchen, and ensure HACCP-compliant food handling in a remote, shared housing environment.

The role requires strong teamwork, organization, and communication, with a rotational schedule and long shifts. Housing, meals, and flights between Anchorage and site are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to two years of experience in quantity food production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and menus.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Monitor food quality and freshness.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain foods at proper temperatures using HACCP principles.
• Assist with ordering and inventory.
• Assist the Head Cook in kitchen operations.
• Build and maintain good relations with clients, residents, and co-workers.
• Active participation in employee safety programs.
• Willingness to perform other duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Smartphone with scheduling apps

Job description

The Cook Assistant supports the Head Cook in the preparation, cooking, and serving of meals in a professional kitchen setting at the assigned remote camp on the North Slope of Alaska. Responsible for adhering to food safety and sanitation standards and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment. Must have excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Rotational Schedule:3 weeks on/3 weeks off or 2 weeks on/2 weeks off; varies by job site
• Work shifts:12 hours/day (40 hrs straight time + 44 hrs OT per work week).
• Travel:Flights between Anchorage and the job site are arranged and paid for by the company
• Housing & Meals:Included (free)
• Point of hire:Anchorage, AK

JOB DUTIES

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and menus.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Monitor food quality and freshness.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain foods at proper temperature while utilizing Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles for the provision of safe and sanitary food.
• Assist with ordering and inventory.
• Assist the Head Cook in kitchen operations.
• Build and maintain good public relations with the clients, residents, and co-workers.
• Assume an active role in employee safety programs
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.
• Willingness to perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• One to two years of experience in quantity food production
• State of Alaska Food Worker Card
• Able to proficiently speak, read, understand and write English
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Reliable access to a smartphone capable of running apps for scheduling,
  timekeeping (clocking in/out), shift communications, and time-off requests
• Must be able to pass the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen, criminal background investigation, and a post-offer physical/functional capacity evaluation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Servsafe Certification
• Certified Professional Food Manager
• Culinary training from an accredited culinary institute or management
• Prior supervisory experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EXPECTATIONS

• Work is performed in a commercial kitchen within a remote camp
• Ability to remain on your feet for long shifts and perform repetitive physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work day or night shift.
• Must be comfortable living and working in a remote location with shared housing accommodations and communal facilities.
• Teamwork, reliability, and a positive attitude are essential
• Strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and conduct standards

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages and lots of overtime due to the 12-hour shift schedule
• Benefits: medical, dental & vision; 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and other
• Half a year off! The rotational schedule provides approximately 6 months off each year, offering significant time for rest, travel and personal commitments. Fill-in opportunities are available for employees who want to work extra time.
• Free camp housing & meals while on rotation
• Travel between Anchorage and the job site provided
• Opportunity to work in a unique and team-focused environment

Denali Universal Services (DUS)is anEqual Opportunity Employer.

Travel Required

Yes . Employee is required to travel to the North Slope on a rotation schedule

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