Job DescriptionThis Sous Chef position is responsible for the production oversight of a hotel commercial kitchen. Preparation, production, and presentation of a variety of foods, completion of production sheets, culinary planning meetings, training, ordering, inventory, waste management and the overall performance of a hotel kitchen. This position is in Bethel, AK, working at the Qavartarvik Customer Lodge.This is a rotational 4-week on & 4-week off position in Bethel, AK. Lodging and three meals per day provided. The point of hire origin is Anchorage, AK. For residents living in the YKHC Service Area, NMS provides roundtrip airfare to/from Bethel, AK.Responsibilities
Performs food production duties.
Prepares food as indicated by par level sheets and occupancy forecast.
Reviews the needs of the day with assigned supervisor(s), completes production sheets and verifies supply needs and availability.
Assists with menu and recipe development.
Is responsible for quantity and quality control in food production as well as overall sanitation of assigned areas.
Performs pre-service meetings with team and completes production process by inputting post-production numbers in a designated food management system.
Costs out all menu items ensuring that what is being placed on the menu meets food cost goals.
Training of food service personnel.
Arranges for food service workers to complete smaller item preparation. coffee bars, ensuring food items are properly stocked.
Observes and instructs others on the proper rotation (FIFO) procedures to be followed for all food related items.
Daily walk-through checking for expired product, labels and dating process is being followed by all FS personnel.
Performs pre-service meetings with food service staff before assigned shift.
Follows all Food Safety Standards (HACCP).
Completes all freezer, cooler and warming temperature and sanitation logs.
Supports an active safety program.
Follows uniform standards according to department policies.
This position is responsible for the supervision of staff.
Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit's success also may be assigned.
Qualifications
Must have High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Must have ServSafe certification contingent upon 30 days of hire.
Must have at least two (2) years of commercial kitchen experience, as a Sous Chef, in a food service operation, restaurant, hotel or hospital with significant supervisory responsibilities.
Strong culinary experience.
Proven experience with supervising and a back of house production team.
Able to follow standardized written recipes.
Proficient in using the following equipment: steam tables, dish machine, trash carts, knives, ovens, slicers, mixers, grill, grinder, fryer, broiler, flat tops, counter mixer, roasting ovens and kettle.
Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read and write English.
Preferred Requirements
Cafeteria dining or healthcare experience.
Valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS’ vehicle insurance policy.
Working Conditions and Physical RequirementsWeather: Indoors: environmentally controlled; requires most or all work to be done inside.Noise level: Moderate to Loud.Description of environment: This is an industrial hospital kitchen located in a healthcare setting.Physical requirements: Employee is required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Frequently to constantly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle or feel, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk/hear, see, taste/smell, and carry weight/lift.Travel: NoneCompetenciesNMS Core ValuesSafety guides our behavior.Honesty and integrity govern our activities.Commitments made will be fulfilled.All individuals are treated with dignity and respect.The environment will be protected and sustained.Equal Opportunity Employer NANA Regional Corporation, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, gender-identity and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran protected status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. NANA grants employment preference to shareholder of NANA, their spouses and descendants to the extent allowed by law.Accommodation Requests for Job Seekers with a Disability. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation for any part of the employment process, contact us at recruiting@nana.com or 1-800-478-2000.Default: Location : Location US-AK-AnchorageWork Type Remote RotationalWork Location AnchorageNMS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran protected status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.