Line Cook

Borealis Basecamp

At Latitude 65 we are dedicated to providing the best customer service in Alaska to our guests.  We are the restaurant for Borealis Basecamp, an adventure resort located just outside of Fairbanks. Guests from all around the country and world gather to experience the northern lights and try Alaskan fine dining at Latitude 65.  We are an off-grid, full-service restaurant, and our focus is local and sustainable Alaskan dishes.  We are looking for a friendly, outgoing, and dedicated person to join our team!

Latitude 65 Line Cook Responsibilities: 

• Setting up, cleaning, and organizing workstations
• Preparing ingredients for the shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc. 
• Preparing oven, utensils, and grill for shift
• Cooking orders according to food health and safety standards
• Handling multiple food orders at one time
• Monitoring multiple food orders at one time
• Plating order for presentation
• Ensuring each guest order has the correct food and sides
• Storing all food properly
• Sanitizing and cleaning workstations and utensils
• Preparing menu items and buffet foods in an accurate and timely manner
• Prepare soups from scratch without a standardized recipe, based on available ingredients
• Follow all house recipes to ensure consistency 
• Receive orders, rotate old products, and restock new products
• Create daily features using products on hand and communicating necessary new ingredients to Executive Chef Easter
• Arriving to shift on time, prepared for work, in uniform
• Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment
• Any and all duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year experience working in kitchens
• Fine dining experience preferred
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
• Legally able to work in establishments that serve alcohol
• Able to work early mornings, nights, and weekends
• Lift 50 pounds
• Ability to stand on feet for up to 10 hours a day
• Baking experience preferred  
• Ability to follow all directives given by any member of the management

Rate of Pay: $18-$21/ hour DOE

Staff Housing available, no single occupancy rooms