Remote Cook's Helper - North Slope

NANA Regional Corporation; Alaska; Remote; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Cook’s Helper for a remote position in Alaska. The role involves assisting in food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting kitchen operations in an industrial environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and be prepared for physical demands in Arctic conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Obtain Alaska Food Workers Card and/or ServSafe Certification upon hire.
• Ability to stand for 12 hours per shift.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks and chefs in food preparation and service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen and dining areas.
• Stock food service areas with necessary products.

Skills

Teamwork

Decision Making

Safety Adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

This Remote Cook’s Helper assists in food preparation, special projects, cleaning, stocking, and serving duties within a commercial kitchen, storeroom, or dining area. All duties align with NMS’ mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

1. Assist cooks, chefs, bakers, and coordinate activities in the food service area.
2. Prepare and cook vegetables, entrees, coffee, sauces, meats, etc.
3. Prepare foods for breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee drinks, sandwiches, salads, and other items.
4. Maintain products at required levels in preparation, serving, or storage areas.
5. Stock food service areas with necessary products and materials.
6. Clean dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and store them properly.
7. Wash objects manually or with cleaning equipment.
8. Clean and sanitize dining, kitchen, storage, and equipment areas, including floors.
9. Assist with scheduled large cleaning projects.
10. Remove garbage from designated areas.
11. Set up, break down, and clean tables, serving lines, and display cases.
12. Occasionally prepare food or cook items as needed.
13. May perform additional duties such as housekeeping or janitorial tasks.
14. Report safety and sanitation issues to a supervisor.
15. This role has no supervisory responsibilities.
16. Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum two years of experience in a commercial kitchen or vocational training demonstrating knowledge of cleaning and food prep.
• Obtain Alaska Food Workers Card and/or ServSafe Certification upon hire.
• Pass pre-employment requirements including drug test, physical, and hearing assessment.
• Ability to work as part of a team and make decisions independently.
• Ability to stand for 12 hours per shift.
• Willingness to live in dormitory-style accommodations and meet cleanliness standards.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Adhere to safety guidelines and regulations.

Residing outside Anchorage: Pre-employment testing in Anchorage; travel expenses covered by employee. For Alaska residents, testing scheduled locally unless unavailable.

Travel to Remote Locations: Employees cover travel expenses to reporting points (e.g., Anchorage).

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoor/Outdoor, Arctic conditions.

Noise: Moderate to loud.

Environment: Industrial kitchen in a remote camp.

Physical demands include standing, walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, and other manual tasks.

• Lift 50 lbs from various heights, carry 20 lbs for 20 feet, push with 50 lbs force.
• Perform repetitive movements such as stooping, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and stair climbing.

NMS Core Values

Safety, honesty, integrity, commitment, dignity, respect, and environmental sustainability are fundamental principles guiding our work.