Sous Chef, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge

FlyOver Iceland; Talkeetna (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free access to Pursuit attractions and

Discounts on hotel stays, dining, and

Subsidized mental health and wellness

Job summary

Pursuit is hiring a Sous Chef for the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge as part of our Spring/Summer 2027 season. The role includes overseeing kitchen staff, managing inventory, and developing daily specials, with a starting wage of $26.50/hour.

The position emphasizes guest service excellence, teamwork, and the ability to work both independently and within a high‑performing kitchen. Opportunities begin January or May 2027, with full‑time hours available.

Qualifications

• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest service.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Graduate or Culinary School viewed advantageous.
• Kitchen operations and staff management experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in the preparation of menu items for dining room services.
• Instruct line cooks and prep cooks in their duties.
• Assist with presentation development and budgeted food and labor costs.
• Oversee staff, ensuring productivity and safety.
• Perform weekly inventory and order items as needed.
• Develop daily specials.
• Ensure proper use and handling of food and equipment.

Skills

Guest service commitment

Interpersonal communication

Education

Culinary school advantageous

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Alaska Food Workers card

ServSafe Manager certification

Job description

At Pursuit, we offer more than just a place to visit, we create opportunities for our guests to truly connect with iconic destinations. Our experiences include world-class attractions and distinctive lodges, all designed to highlight the unique beauty of each location. Beyond that, we offer thoughtfully crafted restaurants, retail, and transportation services that help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the friendly faces you’ll find along the way, the thoughtful amenities, and the delightful details that make every visit feel personal and unforgettable.

This position is part of our Spring/Summer 2027 seasonal hiring, with full‑time opportunities starting in January or May 2027. The starting wage for this position is $26.50/hour

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety, anticipating guest needs, honoring our surroundings and bringing your best every day are the core values we live by in order to provide dynamic guest service at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge.

As Sous Chef, you will oversee and participate in the preparation of menu items for dining room services. You will instruct line cooks and prep cooks in their duties. You will assist with presentation development, maintaining budgeted food and labor costs. You will have a range of duties in order to assist team members including:

• Oversee staff, ensuring productivity and safety
• Perform weekly inventory and order items as needed
• Develop daily specials
• Ensure proper use and handling of food and equipment

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Commitment to delivering exceptional guest service

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Graduate or Culinary School viewed advantageous
• Kitchen operations and staff management experience
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team
• Current CPR, First Aid desirable
• Must have, or be able to obtain, Alaska Food Workers card ServeSafe Manage certification is advantageous

About Us

We’re more than a hospitality and attractions company. We connect people to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences; Our team members included. Thoughtfully united by their unique power to inspire and invigorate, our collection of hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours, and travel products are tied together by iconic, destination-worthy locations in Alaska, Montana, the Canadian Rockies, Reykjavík and Costa Rica. Pursuit is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PRSU. As a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, we specialize in attractions‑led hospitality, consistently generating revenue and delivering value to our shareholders.

What will your work environment be like?

At Pursuit, our locations are more than just a place to work – it’s a space where you can bring your whole self, collaborate with talented teams across departments, and build lasting friendships. We believe in fostering an environment where work and play coexist, so whether you’re tackling projects or enjoying our many perks, you’ll feel supported and valued. With a variety of great benefits, we’re committed to ensuring that your time with us is as fulfilling as it is fun. Our team shares a passion for adventure and an authentic desire to play host to the world. We are united by our connection to the people and places we’re lucky to call home. Our workforce is diverse. Our team members come here to embrace the extraordinary.

To watch the sunrise and set each day in a place that, for many people, exists only in their imagination. To build career experience beside seasoned professionals a community of people who say ‘yes’ to adventure time and time again. To be a part of the #PursuitLife and live each day with purpose, turning moments into memories

PURSUIT PERKS

Join an inclusive, global team and make life‑long connections

• Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends
• Get discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail
• Access subsidized mental health and wellness resources

Equal Employment Opportunities

Information Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation.

Pursuit fulfills the dreams of friends, families, and travelers through its one‑of‑a‑kind attractions in the world’s most iconic locations. Everyone here works in service of our guests to create inspiring and unforgettable experiences—from gondola operators in Banff to our support teams in Denver.