Camp Cook

Come join our team. We work together to create a memorable experience for guests and sled dogs who LOVE what they do. Not only will you get to meet people from all over the world, but you will also get to be one on one with past and future Iditarod runners, sled dog puppies, and sled dogs who are training.  There will be lots to learn and we are happy to share with you!

Job Overview

Do you enjoy cooking for yourself and others? Do you have a passion for healthy, delicious food? If so, we are looking for you!

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of food preparation, food handling and a current Alaska Food Handlers Card (ADEC). Your environment will be semi-remote so organization, meal creativity, food storage awareness and meal planning are necessary.

Details:

• The camp is semi remote.  Fully functional kitchen with running water and electricity.
• Camp Cook works independently, under the direction of the Camp Manager, preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks according to camp schedule for a crew of 10-20 employees.
• Camp Cook is responsible for kitchen operations, maintaining sufficient groceries in camp, ordering, and confirming grocery and kitchen re-supply with the Expediters.
• Responsible for menu planning, recipes, and preparation, the Camp Cook delivers a well-balanced diet consisting of ‘meat and potato’ fare with plenty of fruits and vegetables, considering allergies, dietary requests, and camp preference.
• Camp Cooks maintain 7-10 days of dedicated food supply in reserve and display menu flexibility, considering product on hand, re-supply considerations, and operational cost.

The kitchen is used by the crew throughout the day, Camp Cook provides a warm and inviting reprieve from daily operations, necessitating a positive attitude and restraint.

Camp Cooks must always facilitate kitchen operations according to ADEC standards.

Special Benefits

• Room and Board provided

Minimum Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50lbs and be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work legally in the U.S.
• Compensation is DOE
• Valid CPR and First Aid
• Position is seasonal, May through September.