Job Description

The Remote Chef Manager is responsible for the overall performance management of the assigned area and/or camp. Responsibility will include hands-on preparation and oversight of all food service. Additional responsibilities of equal importance are the management of a camp staff; kitchen, housekeeping, janitor/expeditor and maintenance. Procurement, inventory and budget are an integral part in this role. All duties are to be performed in accordance with NMS’ mission, vision, and values as well as departmental policies, practices, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Function as a primary resource for NMS food service, housekeeping and maintenance employees.

• Responsible for delivering and tracking performance to meet key performance indicators.

• Responsible for coaching and developing employees.

• Responsible for advancing all elements of NMS performance excellence strategy in the context of continuous improvement.

• Responsible for facilitating and supporting a “One Team” relationship dynamic within the NMS organization.

• Directs and coordinates the delivery of those NMS services as assigned. Develops and implements comprehensive business plans required by assigned activities.

• Establishes and implements an organized system of supervision and formal operating procedures.

• Ensures all assigned activities comply with sound business practices as well as NMS’s internal and external business requirements. Monitors and ensures compliance with all appropriate regulatory requirements.

• Meets with clients/customers to maintain business relationships, market products, and resolve problems and keep open all forms of communications.

• Leads, directs, and communicates with staff to keep them informed and motivated.

• Ensures that the responsibilities, authorities, and accountability of all assigned employees are defined and understood.

• Develops operating budget and operates within that budget. Approves assigned area's budget expenditures. Develops bid material and establishes cost and manpower templates for catering contracts for new clients. Develops menus and scope of work for bid proposals.

• Supports an active and comprehensive safety and CI program.

• Consistently demonstrates remarkable skills in structuring assigned activities, management teamwork, communications, and operational efficiencies, handling of changing business needs, decision making, and problem-solving skills.

• Notify supervisor is safety and sanitation standards are not being met.

• 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

• High School diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by formal training, or additional equivalent experience.

• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Culinary Arts or recognized formal certified training program from a National Association

• At least seven (7) years of management experience in service based, hospitality, food service, housekeeping, hotel, or remote camp environments.

• A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record for the past three (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 Workers Card and/or ServSafe Certification upon hire.

• Must pass all pre-employment contract requirements which may include but are not limited to: 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.

• Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers and clients.

• Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.

• Must be able to be on your feet for 12 hours per shift for the scheduled rotation.

• Must be able to live in dormitory style settings and meet cleanliness requirements of the remote camp.

• 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.

CANDIDATES RESIDING OUTSIDE ANCHORAGE AREA:

Candidates residing in Alaska & 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). 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 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 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.

NMS Core Values

Safety 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-North Slope/Prudhoe Bay

Job ID 2024-13448

Division NMS Camp Services

Work Type Remote Rotational

Work Location North Slope/Prudhoe Bay

NMS 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.