Kitchen Helper - Kuukpik Restaurant

Job Description

Salary: $14.50 - $22.00 per hour DOE

Kuukpik Corporation was established in 1973 under the provisions of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA). It owns the surface rights to portions of the Colville River Delta, located 50 miles west of Prudhoe Bay.

Kuukpik Corporation successfully negotiated a comprehensive surface-use agreement. This agreement established provisions for education, training, preferences in contracting, employment, and the environment for the village of Nuiqsut.

Kuukpiks mission is to develop innovative opportunities, partnerships, and leadership to ensure and perpetuate our peoples self-sufficiency, economic growth, and cultural heritage.

At Kuukpik Corporation, we offer more than just a job. We provide opportunities for career growth, competitive salaries, a supportive work environment, and the chance to contribute to the success of a dynamic and innovative company. Join us and be part of a team committed to promoting economic development and sustainability in Nuiqsut and the state of Alaska while providing a meaningful and fulfilling work experience.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k with a high employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more

Nuiqsut, AK

The Food Service will serve as a versatile team member, assisting in various tasks both in the kitchen and throughout the restaurant to ensure smooth operations and excellent service.

• Assists with the food preparation as directed, operating food production equipment as required to complete tasks.
• Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or by use of hand truck.
• Arranges table settings and folds napkins according to restaurant standards.
• Clears, cleans and sanitizes tables.
• Maintains, cleans and sanitizes workstations.
• Cleans and sanitizes dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other containers and returns them to the appropriate location in the kitchen area.
• Refills condiments or other supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate cooking and food preparation equipment.
• Understanding of proper food handling and sanitation procedures.

• Must successfully complete training in food preparation, food service skills and customer service procedures.

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the restaurant.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Must be required to work in excessive heat and cold in association with the kitchen environment.

All decisions pertaining to employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment advertising, recruitment selection, layoff, terminations, training, compensation, benefits, and educational assistance will be executed without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood, medical condition, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, or any other basis or characteristics prohibited by applicable law.

Kuukpik Corporation, an Inupiat-owned corporation created as a result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

Kuukpik Corporation applies a shareholder preference in employment to the maximum extent feasible, as authorized by law.