Culinary Host

Icy Strait Point LLC; Hoonah (AK); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

A seasonal culinary service provider in Alaska seeks a Culinary Host for April to September 2026. Responsibilities include meal preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and inventory management. Ideal candidates will have kitchen safety knowledge, good communication skills, and the ability to lift heavy items. This role requires living in a remote area for at least six months a year. Competitive hourly wage plus bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen desired.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct activities according to guiding principles.
• Set up and sanitize workstations.
• Measure and prepare ingredients for cooking.
• Maintain a clean, orderly kitchen.

Skills

Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen

Manual dexterity

Team player with good communication skills

Patience under pressure

Job description

Culinary Host

Reports to: Lead Culinary Host

Category: Seasonal (April to September 2026)

Salary Range: $17/hour with bonus potential

Location: Icy Strait Point

Position Summary

Icy Strait Point Culinary Assistant must be comfortable communicating and conversing with staff and guests. The Culinary Assistant must have the ability to operate a computerized cash register.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct all activities and decisions according to Icy Strait Point’s guiding principles: BAP: Best, Authentic, Profitable
• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Following prep lists created by Lead Culinary Host.
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings and preparing cooking ingredients for each tour start time.
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Assist with the set up and cleaning for each tour.
• Assist with keeping track of ingredients inventory.
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen, including taking out trash.
• Participate in all required training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
• Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure.
• Precious experience in a commercial kitchen desired.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Have or be able to attain ServSafe Manager Certification and TAP’s Card.
• Have or be able to attain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and walk 5+ miles daily.
• Willing to live in a remote, rural community for a minimum of 6 months per year.

Icy Strait Point is a Native-owned and operated enterprise and offers Native Preference under P.L 93-638. Applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.