Mess Person - Marine

Oil Authority; Valdez (AK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Paid leave

Job summary

ConocoPhillips is seeking a Mess Person for polar tankers based in Valdez, Alaska. You will assist the Steward and Cook with meal prep, clean the galley, take orders, and ensure proper stocking of galley supplies while adhering to safety procedures.

This safety-sensitive position requires Alaska-based travel for extended tours, plus participation in mandatory drills and training. Strong emphasis on sanitation and teamwork in a marine environment.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) and Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) required.
• Currently hold, or be able to obtain, Food Handler endorsement on MMC.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Steward and Cook with meal preparation and serving.
• Clean galley and maintain sanitation across kitchen areas.
• Participate in all safety drills and required training.
• Support inventory and storage of galley supplies; assist with stocking.
• Work 12-hour days with overtime as scheduled.

Job description

Welcome to ConocoPhillips, where innovation and excellence create a platform for opportunity and growth. Come realize your full potential here.

Who We Are

We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.

Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment

To deliver superior performance, we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual. Wherever possible, we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage, personal growth and, ultimately, create business success.

Polar Tankers Overview

Polar Tankers, a wholly owned subsidiary of ConocoPhillips, provides marine transportation for North Slope production, using five company-owned, double-hulled tankers in addition to chartering third-party vessels as necessary. The tankers deliver oil from Valdez, Alaska, to refineries primarily on the West Coast of the United States. The company operates five Endeavour-class tankers: Polar Endeavour, Polar Resolution, Polar Discovery, Polar Adventure and Polar Enterprise.

Description

If you are selected as the Mess Person, you will be working under the direction of the Steward and Cook. The Mess Person must be able to follow appropriate safety and sanitation procedures to assist the Steward and Cook in the preparation of meals. They are responsible for cleaning the galley, taking orders, and serving meals. The Mess Person, under the supervision of the Steward and Cook, ensures the galley is adequately stocked and assists with the inventory and storage of food and galley supplies. The Mess Person will also participate in all safety drills and required training

Position Overview

Your responsibilities may include:

• Working under the supervision ofthe Stewardand Cook
• Cleaning/sanitation duties on the ship such as:
• Cleaning specified decks
• Cleaning the galley area (washing dishes/silverware, cleaning shelves, trash removal, etc.)
• Assistingthe Stewardand Cook in the preparation of meals by retrieving stores and performing basic food preparations (peeling potatoes, cutting fruit, etc.)
• Taking orders and serving meals
• Assistingin putting up stores upon arrival of the ship
• Assisting the Steward and Cook as directed
• Mandatory participation in emergency training drills
• Participating asa general supportworker and developing a good knowledge of all galley cleaning and sanitation operations/duties noted in the general work description
• Work a 12-hour day which includes 4-hours of overtime a day

Success Profile:

To thrive in this role, you’ll demonstrate the following Leadership Competencies:

• Takes Accountability-Takes ownership of actions and follows through on commitments by holding others accountable and standing up for what's right
• Drives Performance - Delivers positive results through realistic planning to accomplish goals
• Makes Decisions - Builds effective solutions based on available information and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical

This is a Safety Sensitive position.

Relocation is not available for this position.

Basic Requirements:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Currently hold, or have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to obtain, a U.S. Passport
• Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
• Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)
• Currently hold the Steward’s Department Food Handler (FH) endorsement on your Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)

Basic Endorsement Requirements:

• Basic Training
• Vessel personnel with designated security duties (VPDSD) on your MMC
• Security Awareness

Required Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following:

• Be away from home for periodsin excess oftwo months
• Push/pull up to 25 pounds
• Lift/carry up to 50 pounds floor to shoulder
• Lift from floor to overhead and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds
• Working a 12-hour day which includes 4-hours of overtime a day
• Climb various ladders and stairs ranging from 5 to 200 feet in height
• Stand forlong periodsof time
• Climb a rope pilot latter to join or depart the vessel
• Walk, stand, stoop, sit, climb, and carry materialon a daily basison even and uneven terrain

Preferred Requirements:

• Associates degree or higher in Culinary Arts from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent
• 3 or more years direct experience in institutional food preparation
• 1 or more years of experience sailing on a tanker/ship
• Completion of sanitation/safe food handling class
• Completion of basic training course or hold endorsement
• Completion of VPDSD/security awareness course or hold endorsements
• Ability to clearly follow instructions, both written and verbal
• Ability to apply common sense to achieve the desired outcomes according to the company’s operating procedures and safety protocols
• Organized, efficient anda methodicalproblem solver

All unlicensed employees earn paid leaveon the basis oftwenty-six (26) days paid leave for every thirty (30) days of sea service.Tour lengths range from 65-85 dayswith an average tour of seventy-five (75) days onboard and sixty (60) days of paid leave.

This position requires you to have a TWIC card (Transportation Workers Identification Card) to gain access to secure areas of Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) regulated facilities and vessels. Any candidate selected for this position will not be allowed to begin work without proof of application for this card. Visit the TSA website: TWIC® | Transportation Security Administration (tsa.gov) for more information.

Successful applicants are all ConocoPhillips employees represented by the in-house association, the Atlantic Maritime Employees Union (AMEU) for Unlicensed.

Benefits Overview

• Taking Care of Your Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and wellness programs.
• Supporting and Building Financial Security: Competitive base pay, annual performance bonuses, and retirement savings plans.
• Promoting Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, paid parental leave, and family support resources.
• Offering Career Development: Access to training, mentoring, and internal career mobility tools.
• Guiding Recognition & Inclusion: Peer-nominated awards, inclusive culture, and employee resource groups.

Why ConocoPhillips

At ConocoPhillips, we believe our people power the future of energy. We’re committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow—professionally and personally.

We don’t just offer jobs—we offer meaningful careers in a company that values how we work as much as what we achieve.

EEO:

In the US, ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.