Do you have a passion for the culinary arts? Would you like to join an established company that values the contributions of its employees? If so, you've gotta keep reading!

NMS in Valdez, AK is hiring a full-time Head Chef to join our camp food service team. As Head Chef, you'll earn a competitive wage. And how about these fantastic benefits?

• Medical, dental, and vision
• A flexible spending account (FSA)
• A 401(k)
• Life insurance
• An employee assistance program (EAP)

Sound like the right culinary/kitchen management opportunity for you? Great - apply today!

NMS: A LITTLE ABOUT US

Built on a culture of safety and integrity, we deliver award-winning, integrated support services to a variety of clients. Our mission is to provide management and support services at a level of quality, value, safety, and expertise beyond our client's expectations. We count on our employees to fulfill that mission in every aspect of their work.

Working for a company like ours is an incredibly rewarding experience. We strive to continuously promote a supportive and collaborative work environment. Taking care of our team members is a priority. Our company is represented by five generations! We're a great place for people to start their careers and grow.

YOUR DAY AS A HEAD CHEF

As the Head Chef, you lead and inspire a dynamic culinary team while delivering delicious, high-quality meals to guests at our camp. You work to create a positive and safe working environment for your culinary staff and ensure they receive the necessary training, guidance, and support to perform their jobs with excellence.

You're responsible for selecting and developing recipes and preparing a variety of dishes. You also monitor cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and communicate effectively with clients and employees to continuously improve the quality of food services. This kitchen management role also involves enforcing safety policies, conducting safety meetings, and supervising culinary staff in a remote camp environment. Your food service team loves being able to work with you, and you feel great knowing that your kitchen management skills are being put to good use!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A HEAD CHEF

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 3+ 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
• 2+ years of verifiable supervisory experience in an industrial, high-volume kitchen environment which demonstrates the performance of moderate to intense physical labor
• Currently hold or have the ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within 30 days of hire
• Must pass all pre-employment contract requirements which may include but are not limited to: hair follicle drug test, physical and fit for duty assessment, and hearing test. 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 in the moment with little to no supervision
• Ability to be on your feet for 8-12 hours per shift
• Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read, and write English.
• Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the company and client.

Preferred:

• Alaska Food Workers card and/or ServSafe Certification (must be able to obtain upon hire)
• Associate's degree in culinary arts or a recognized formal certified training program from a national association

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

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

Noise level: Moderate to loud

Description of environment: Employees must constantly be able to stand, walk, climb, push, pull use hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Employees are occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.

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.

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, diverse team environment? Are you super organized and attentive to detail? Can you motivate and inspire others to give their best? If yes, you might just be perfect for this kitchen management position!

COME JOIN OUR FOOD SERVICE TEAM!

If you like the sound of this Head Chef job, go ahead and fill out our quick, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to chatting!

Location: 99686