Come work in one of the best rastaurants in Alaska in one of the most bamazing places on Earth!

The Potato – McCarthy, Alaska

Come join The Potato family! We’re a small, locally owned, fast-paced, high-volume restaurant in the heart of McCarthy, Alaska, powered by a skilled and passionate team cooking everything from scratch. We serve eclectic, handmade, high-quality food to both locals and travelers from around the world, holding ourselves to very high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and professionalism. Life in our kitchen is demanding, fun, and deeply rewarding, and we’re seeking a dedicated, motivated Line Cook who takes pride in their work and thrives in a busy environment. A summer with us—tucked deep in the heart of Alaska’s Wrangell–St. Elias National Park—means long days, big skies, wild landscapes, and memories you’ll carry long for the rest of your life.

About the Kitchen

Our kitchen is led by a chef with over 20 years of professional experience, ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants in New York to food trucks in rural Alaska. This is a hands-on, learning-focused environment where consistency, efficiency, cleanliness, teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

The Season

We are having our busiest year to date, and are expanding our crew by two positions for the rest of our Summer season which ends on September 15th.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute dishes to established recipes and quality standards

• Work efficiently and calmly during fast-paced, high-volume service

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation at all times

• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines

• Assist with prep, stocking, and proper food storage

• Communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a team

• Receive feedback professionally and continuously improve skills

Qualifications for Line Cook position:

• Previous line cook or professional kitchen experience required

• Strong knife skills and a solid foundation in cooking fundamentals

• Ability to move quickly without sacrificing quality or cleanliness

• High personal standards for food, organization, and professionalism

• Reliable, punctual, and capable of meeting the physical demands of kitchen work

• Willingness to learn and grow under experienced leadership

Qualifications for Dishwasher position:

• Previous Kitchen experience preferred

• A strong work ethic 

• Ability to move quickly without sacrificing quality or cleanliness

• High personal standards for organization, and professionalism

• Reliable, punctual, and capable of meeting the physical demands of kitchen work

• Willingness to learn and grow under experienced leadership

What We Offer

• Housing provided

• Shift meals provided

• Competitive pay with tips included

• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced chef

• A scratch kitchen focused on quality and technique

• A professional, tight-knit team in a unique and unforgettable Alaskan settingIf you care deeply about quality cuisine, move fast in a busy kitchen, and want to learn more about making great food in a truly adventurous setting, we want you on our team.

Please apply by sending your resume with a cover letter and three references to iangyori@gmail.com