NMS in Prudhoe Bay, AK is looking to hire an experienced, passionate, and highly motivated full-time Chef - Kitchen Manager to join our camp's culinary team! Our Chef - Kitchen Manager will be an energetic leader responsible for helping us create an unforgettable dining experience. If you have a passion for the culinary arts that is matched by your dedication to excellent service, we want to hear from you!

This food service position earns a competitive wage. We provide excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), a 401(k), life insurance, and an employee assistance program (EAP). If this sounds like the right culinary opportunity for you, apply today!

WHO WE ARE

Built on a culture of safety and integrity, we deliver award-winning support services to a variety of clients. Our mission? To provide management and support services at a level of quality, value, safety, and expertise beyond expectations. Our employees are the key to fulfilling that mission in their work.

We offer more than "just a job" - we offer the opportunity to help our community. Our company is represented by five generations, and taking care of each team member is a priority! We're also extremely committed to maintaining a diverse employee community. If you're seeking rewarding work, competitive pay, and plenty of opportunities for growth, you've come to the right place!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CHEF - KITCHEN MANAGER

As a Chef - Kitchen Manager, you keep our camp's food service department running like a well-oiled machine! You provide excellent leadership to the culinary staff. Not only that, but you also create delicious menus that our camp goers are sure to love.

You work with the food service team to set goals and measure performance to make sure everyone is on track. You also use your culinary knowledge to fill in for employees as needed. Safety is always your top priority, and you actively strive to achieve zero accidents at the camp. You find great satisfaction in using your culinary and leadership skills to keep our food service team running smoothly and successfully!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CHEF - KITCHEN MANAGER

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by formal training, or additional equivalent experience
• Associate's degree in culinary arts or another recognized certified training program from a national association. Candidates without such education need an additional 3 years of leadership experience in a commercial or remote camp kitchen setting.
• 5+ years of directly related restaurant cooking experience which demonstrates a working knowledge of high-volume food production, food service production, food service positions, equipment, and supervisory techniques in this field
• A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record for the past 3 years to be eligible under NMS' vehicle insurance policy
• Candidates must have the ability to instruct and train others as well as the ability to handle multiple tasks occurring at the same time.
• Must have or obtain an Alaska food worker's card or ServSafe certification upon hire.
• Must pass all pre-employment contract requirements which may include but are not limited to drug tests, physical and fit for duty assessment, and hearing tests. Applicants not located near a testing facility are responsible for paying for travel to the nearest testing facility.
• Ability to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers, and clients
• Ability to make decisions at the moment with little to no supervision
• Ability to be on your feet for 12 hours per shift for the scheduled rotation
• Ability to live in dormitory-style settings and meet the cleanliness requirements of the remote camp
• Ability to speak, understand, read, and write English
• Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the company and client.

CANDIDATES RESIDING OUTSIDE ANCHORAGE AREA:

Candidates residing in Alaska and the lower 48 for any contract: For the purposes of pre-employment testing, Anchorage will be considered the point of hire (with the exception of drug testing, which will be conducted near the candidate's place of residence). The employee is responsible for any travel expenses and needed accommodations related to pre−employment tasks that need to be completed in Anchorage, AK. This includes, but is not limited to, any safety training requirements, required pre−employment testing and/or training such as physical, DOT physical/medical card, fit for duty, audiogram, and/or other testing required by contract/company (NSTC, APICC training, security licensing requirements, etc.).

Candidates residing in Alaska for Alyeska Contract: pre-employment testing will be scheduled near the candidate's area of residence within the state. The only exception is when the candidate lives in a region without the necessary service providers to complete all requirements.

Flights to Remote Locations: All employees are responsible for all expenses related to reporting to point of hire (Anchorage, AK) for scheduled trips paid for by the company for remote locations.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoor/Outdoor. Frequently exposed to arctic conditions.

Noise level: Moderate to Loud

Description of environment: This is an industrial kitchen setting located in a remote camp.

Must constantly be able to stand, walk, climb, push, pull use hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch.

Travel: Must be able to travel by plane and/or bus to remote camps.

Physical requirements: Fit For Duty Test

• Lift: Lift 50 lbs. from floor to knuckle x 2
• Lift: Lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist x 2
• Lift: Lift 50 lbs. from floor to shoulders x 2
• Lift: Lift 30 lbs. from floor to crown x 2
• Carry: Carry 20 lbs. with two hands for a minimum distance of 20 feet
• Push: Push horizontally with a peak force of 50 f-lbs. with two hands.
• Stoop & Twist: Perform alternate cross-over toe touches x 5 on each side, self-paced, continuous.
• Squat Test: Functionally squat x 5, self-paced but continuous.
• Kneel: Kneel on one knee and stand. Return to kneel on the opposite knee. Repeat alternate kneeling sequence x 5 for each knee, self-paced but continuous.
• Stairs: Climb up and down 10 steps x 4 for a total of 40 steps, self-paced but continuous
• Stairs & Carry: Climb up and down 10 steps x 2 for a total of 20 steps while carrying 30 lbs. in one hand and using the other hand to grasp a railing for safety, self-paced. Allow a 30-second rest period after climbing up and down 10 steps while carrying.

Are you responsible and resourceful? Can you motivate others to put forth their best effort? If yes, you might just be perfect for this Chef - Kitchen Manager position!

COME JOIN OUR FOOD SERVICE TEAM!

If you feel that you would be right for this Chef - Kitchen Manager job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 99734