Line Cook

Skagway Brewing Company & The Smokehouse Restaurant

“We work hard. We play hard. And we know how to have a good time!” That’s the motto for the hard-working crew that makes Skagway Brewing Company what they are. Looking for a fun, yet challenging job in a fast-paced, high-volume environment? Do you enjoy hand-crafted ales and great pub food?! Then the Skagway Brewing Company may be the right fit for you!

Our business is heavily influenced by seasonal tourism, which is directly linked to Skagway being a major port calling for cruise ships.  Late April-October our tiny boardwalk town is overflowing with tourists. Our crew is comprised of year-round locals, but we rely heavily on our “seasonal individuals” -- those drawn to the allure of Skagway, its history, and of course, good beer! 

The Skagway Brewing Company features an on-site microbrewery and restaurant, retail store and seating for up to 400. We also take pride in our sustainability efforts - we have a year-round indoor garden where we grow all of our own leafy greens & culinary herbs.  The harvest yield of these greens and herbs are boosted by the carbon dioxide released from the brewing process; we capture it in pipes and send it on over to the garden.  Taking things one step further, we use all of our spent vegetable oil to create biodiesel which is then used to heat the building as well as fuel the brewing process. Currently, the biodiesel program is on pause.

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Duties & Responsibilities

• 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
• Performs 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
• Efficient time management
• Adhere to company handbook policies

Qualifications/Skills Required

• 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
• Obtain a State of Alaska Food Handler’s Card