Kitchen Assistant - 2026

Princess Cruises and Holland America Line; Healy (AK); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Referral bonus

Job summary

Princess Cruises and Holland America Line in Denali Employee Community is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for the 2026 season. This seasonal full-time role keeps the kitchen running smoothly, maintains cleanliness, and supports chefs in a fast-paced culinary setting.

You will work as part of a team, adapt to a dynamic environment, and meet safety standards while assisting cooks, servers, and bartenders. Candidates must be at least 18 and eligible to work in the United States, with housing available.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a high level of cleanliness in kitchen facilities.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines.
• Must be capable of teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to read and follow basic recipes and orders.

Responsibilities

• Keep dining and kitchen areas clean during and after service.
• Support cooks, server assistants, bartenders and servers as needed.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

Cleanliness

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Time management

Physically fit

Independence

Job description

Kitchen Assistant - 2026

Department: Food and Beverage

Employment Type: Seasonal - Full Time

Location: Denali Employee Community

Description

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

Step into the fast-paced heart of the culinary world where every dish starts with teamwork and precision. As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting our chefs. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, love working in the kitchen, and have a passion for helping others shine, this is your chance to be part of something truly tasty!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that the dining area is clean during and after meal services.
• Provide the cooks, server assistants, bartenders and servers with support and assistance.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Maintain a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen facilities.
• 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 regularly lift a minimum of 10-15 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees and solve problems.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write and read reports and purchase orders, as well as basic math skills.
• 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.