Line Cook

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Training & development

Salty Siren is located in the seasonal Alaskan cruise ship port of Skagway, next to the small boat harbor with scenic views of the surrounding mountains. We are a fast casual, full service style restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. We serve locally brewed beer from our sister restaurant, the Skagway Brewing Company. Offering lunch and early dinner, with a focus on fresh locally sourced seafood.

We also use the freshest greens in town – PLANT TO PLATE – provided by Skagway Brewing's indoor aeroponic farm.

Skagway is nature's playground as the area abounds with natural beauty and adventures like hiking, fishing, camping, rock climbing, zip lining, and not to mention the wildlife! You'll make many memorable experiences and everlasting friendships here... and may just find your forever home!

The Line Cook (grill, saute, expo and/or fry station) is an important team player, responsible for preparing and plating all menu items in an efficient manner while maintaining quality, cleanliness standards and effective communication.

May assist in supportive tasks such as food and portion prep.

This is a seasonal position running late April/early May through late September.

Resume and 3 professional references required at application.

• Prep and maintain a stocked station
• Prepare each dish on our menu using our proven recipes
• Memorize and employ our serving portion sizes and all basic meal prep procedures
• Maintain and follow proper food handling, safety and sanitation procedures – all phases of food production and service including storage, rotation, preparation, recipe adherence, cooking methods, plate presentation, quality, service and production time adherence
• Evaluate finished products for appearance, taste, smell and texture according to internal specifications
• Work with team of cooks to do portion prep work for other shifts when needed
• Perform shift opening and closing duties as assigned, including cleaning cutting boards, fryers, grills, equipment and floors
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, cooking areas, individual station, kitchen equipment and food storage areas, reporting any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to the manager on duty
• Follow safety guidelines and use caution in proper lifting techniques, handling knives and operating machinery
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor
• Demonstrate a high level of professional attitude towards co-workers and general public
• Ability to work with a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Help with cleaning dishes using a triple sink and a mechanical dishwasher
• Efficient time management
• Adhere to company handbook policies

• 3+ years experience in cooking in a high-volume, fast‑paced establishment preferred
• Knowledge of cooking procedures, kitchen equipment and safety rules for kitchen and equipment
• Excellent verbal communication and organization skills
• Professional appearance
• Organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Efficient at multitasking
• Must be a self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Flexible and adaptable to quickly changing demands
• Ability to maintain composure under stress
• Respectful and hard‑working
• Team player:
  Ability to work well with all managers and co‑workers
• Ability to work on your feet for eight hours or more a day
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds at a time on a regular basis
• Must have or obtain:
  State of Alaska TAPs Card and Managerial Food Handler’s Card.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable law.

• Subsidized seasonal housing
• Hourly wage PLUS TIPS!
• 50% discount on food (plus 25% off food & 50% off retail merchandise at Skagway Brewing!)
• Completion/performance bonus
• Make lifelong friends!