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Work and Fish this Summer in remote Southeast Alaska!

Sportsman's Cove Lodge

Currently recruiting for the season from June 1st, 2026 to September 11th, 2026.

Sportsman’s Cove Lodge is a highly acclaimed, saltwater fishing lodge located a 20 minute floatplane ride west of Ketchikan in the pristine wilderness of Prince of Wales Island, Alaska. We are looking for hard working, service-oriented individuals to further our vision of offering our guests the trip of a lifetime.

Prince of Wales Island in Southeast Alaska

Location
Alaska
Season
Summer
Staff size
25
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Some private rooms/bathrooms, some communal bathrooms
Family housing available
No
Single occupancy housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Provided
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Good

About Sportsman's Cove Lodge

Sportsman’s Cove Lodge is an all-inclusive sportfishing destination located remotely on Prince of Wales Island in Southeast Alaska. We offer world-class fishing experiences and top-tier hospitality to our guests who come from all over the US. We take pride in providing exceptional service, gourmet dining, and an unforgettable Alaskan adventure for our guests—delivered by a dedicated and passionate team.

Why Work With Us?

  • Unique Seasonal Opportunity – Spend your summer in one of the most breathtaking locations in Alaska
  • Competitive Pay & Perks – Employees are given free room & board, transportation reimbursement, and tips
  • Team-Oriented Environment – Work with like-minded outdoor enthusiasts who take pride in delivering top-quality service
  • Adventure & Wildlife – Enjoy the beauty of Alaska’s wilderness, from stunning landscapes to encounters with eagles, whales, and bears

Who We’re Looking For

We seek hardworking, customer-focused individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. Due to our remote location, every employee is required to pass a background check and drug test as well as be certified in CPR/AED before arriving. 

If you’re looking for an adventure-packed job where hard work is rewarded with stunning views, great camaraderie, and unforgettable experiences, Sportsman’s Cove Lodge is the place for you!

Join us for an incredible Alaskan summer—apply today!

The Employee Experience

The staff consists of approximately 35 individuals divided into 5 departments, each with its own Team Leader. What the guests like about the Lodge is the remoteness, however “remote” is not for everyone. It takes a very unique individual to thrive in our environment. As with any job, it is what you make of it. It could quite possibly be the most rewarding time of your life. (Do not confuse this with working from home as remote, this is working in a remote part of Alaska).

Ideal Candidate

This is a very structured and disciplined environment. The work is demanding, with long hours the norm. From mid-June thru mid-September, we work every day with no days off. It will be approximately 94 days in a row. You must be available for the entire season. But if you work hard, there are great rewards!

Room and Board

The Lodge is completely self-contained, most staff quarters are double occupancy and room and board is provided. We have a sit down breakfast meeting each and every morning to line out the day’s endeavors. There are two options for lunch: making it from the “spike table” or raiding the fridge for leftovers! Dinner is served family style in the Commons Building.

Employee Perks

Compensation for the amount of hours worked is free room, board, use of laundry facilities, no charge for bait, fishing gear, and fuel for the skiffs.

All staff members are paid on a monthly salary basis, with equal shares in the shore side tip pool. With no where to spend your money, you will head home with a nice nest egg!  

 

Getting Here and Getting Around

There a three ways to arrive in Ketchikan to begin your employment with us:

  1. Alaska Airlines from Seattle: There are three flights per day, northbound, which correspond with the local air taxis to service outlying communities

  2. Alaska Marine Highway from Bellingham, WA: Walk on or drive aboard the ferry for a 40-hour ferry ride thru the Inside Passage. Great for backpackers or just for the travel experience. Meet new folks off on their own Alaska experience!

  3. Drive through British Columbia, Canada to Prince Rupert and then catch the Alaska Marine Highway ferry to Ketchikan, aprox 8-10 hours, depending on the size of the ship. You MUST have a passport to travel thru Canada.

For Fun

When your work is finished there is time to go fishing, hiking, exploring and experiencing the wilderness outdoors. There are three kayaks and 2 outboard-powered skiffs available for staff recreation. At times, Captain Mac is available to take us staff fishing for salmon and halibut. So, as the summer progresses and you become more proficient at you job, it allows for more time during your lunchtime or after working hours to explore!!

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Jobs in the Spotlight

Current Job Openings

    FOH/Housekeeping

    Hospitality/Server

    $2,500.00 - $2,850.00 / month + tips
    Ketchikan

    Join our service staff and housekeeping staff, this role helps in the front of the house with food service to our guests and house keeping in our guest rooms and common areas. If you are looking to become part of a awesome team and want to spend you summer in Alaska then this is the job for you. we do allow our staff free time to hike, fish and enjoy. but we are a 7 day a week operation and during peek season this is a 7 day a week job. Our season is June 1 to September 15 each year. we off monthly salary, plus tips and room and bord during your time with our team.

    culinary

    Line Cook

    $3,500.00 - $4,000.00 / month + tips
    Ketchikan

    Come to Alaska on Prince of Wales Island and help our head chef craft amazing culinary experiences for our guests and staff, we are a full-service deep-sea fishing lodge. You will be responsible for helping to craft meals in our kitchen and all its departments with our culinary staff. We offer Monty salary plus tips and room and board.  chefs must have a minimum of 1 years’ experience line cook role at a fine dining establishment. it is preferred that a Line Cooks has 3 years’ experience in fine dining

    Apply here- https://wkf.ms/48A2qNY 

    Culinary

    Sous Chef

    $3,500.00 - $5,500.00 / month + tips
    Ketchikan

    Come to Alaska on Prince of Wales Island and help our head chef craft amazing culinary experiences for our guests and staff, we are a full-service deep-sea fishing lodge. You will be responsible for helping to manage the kitchen and all its departments and our culinary staff. We offer Monty salary plus tips and room and board. Sous chef must have a minimum of 1 years’ experience in the sous chef role at a fine dining establishment. Line cooks must have 3 years’ experience in fine dining

    Apply here- https://wkf.ms/48A2qNY 

    Hospitality

    Bartender/Server

    $2,600.00 - $3,000.00 / month + tips
    Ketchikan

    The Bartender at our fishing lodge plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere for guests. This position requires excellent customer service, strong communication skills, and a passion for hospitality. The bartender is responsible for preparing and serving beverages, maintaining a clean and organized bar area, and ensuring guests have a memorable experience after a day on the water.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Provide friendly and attentive service, engaging with guests to enhance their experience.

    • Supervision of distribution of guest drinks in Saltery Saloon and dining room

    • Follow all state and lodge alcohol service regulations, ensuring responsible service practices.

    • Bartending in Saltery Saloon on nightly basis from 4pm to 10pm

    • Provide cashier service for gift shop during Saltery Saloon hours

    • Maintaining inventory of gift shop items

    • Monitor stock levels, place orders, and track liquor usage to minimize waste in conjunction with General Manager

    • Ensuring proper storage of all food and supplies to ensure safety and minimize waste

    • Supervision of cleanliness of Saltery Saloon and fire pit area

    • Assist with the weekly unloading of supply vessel

    • as a server you will server our guests and help in all FOH duties

    • breakfast, and dinner service, help support the chefs and keep all sop standers for front of house serves. 

    • Other duties as assigned by supervisor

    Required Qualifications:

    • Must be at least 21 years old.

    • Previous bartending experience preferred (1+ years)

    • Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits

    • Excellent customer service and communication skills

    • Ability to multitask and work under pressure

    • Must have or be willing to obtain required certifcations (TAP/TIPS/ARSA and food handler’s permit for State of Alaska)

    Preferred:

    • Experience using POS systems for orders

    Apply here- https://wkf.ms/48A2qNY 

    Operations

    Lodge Assistant

    $2,000.00 - $2,450.00 / month + tips
    Ketchikan

    The Lodge Assistant is a multifaceted role at our lodge involved in every department. This position involves assisting in various essential duties across the lodge facilities and grounds and is a great opportunity to become trained in the hospitality and fishing industry.

    All employees are able to enjoy the outdoors in their downtime including fishing, hiking, crabbing, kayaking, and more adventures! Room and board is provided during your employment at no charge. If you love the outdoors, enjoy serving people, and have a passion for fishing and adventure, this might be the perfect job for you!

    Each day, you will be assigned tasks on a rotating schedule, along with daily responsibilities, which include:

    • Help with maintenance of lodge including general repairs, restocking of propane/fuel, and maintaining of equipment
    • Keep grounds areas clean and maintain clean appearance of outdoor areas through sweeping, leaf blowing, painting, etc.
    • Record and maintain daily catch for each boat and share results at guest dinners
    • Coordinate with Chef regarding inventory of seafood for guest meals
    • Help with the washing, bagging and vacuum sealing of guests’ catch daily
    • Assist with the preparation fish boxes for guests on turnover days
    • Clean, organize and help prepare rain gear for guest use
    • Collect and sort garbage to proper designation/disposal
    • Assist with cleaning and preparing of guest rooms in conjunction with housekeeping including laundry
    • Help in the kitchen by serving of plates, distributing drinks, washing of dishes, etc.
    • Assist with the weekly unloading of supply vessel
    • Other duties as assigned by supervisor

How to Apply

If you are interested in spending your summer with us, please view our website and click on the Employment Opportunities. You must be available for the entire season.

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