Sous Chef, Palmer Station (Summer 2025-2026)

Denver, CO, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $43,440.00 - $48,384.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Gana-A'Yoo Services Corporation, also known as GSC, is a distinguished Alaska Native Corporation renowned for its excellence in delivery, performance, and customer satisfaction across several critical service areas. These areas include Food Service, Janitorial Services, and Administrative Services. GSC operates with a strong commitment to quality and efficiency, providing its services in some of the most challenging environments. One of its flagship partnerships is its support role in the United States Antarctic Program, managed by the National Science Foundation as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). In this capacity, GSC is responsible for delivering high-level services at Palmer Station,... Show More

Job Requirements

High school education or GED
culinary arts or apprenticeship program graduation or equivalent supervisory experience
current ServSafe Food Handler certificate prior to deployment
valid driver's license
valid U.S. passport
minimum two years Sous Chef or food service management experience
US citizenship or permanent residency
ability to stand for long periods
capacity to lift up to 50 pounds safely
ability to work in isolated, extreme environment
strong leadership and communication skills
flexibility and positive attitude
willingness to comply with safety and environmental standards

Job Qualifications

High school education or GED
graduate of a culinary arts or apprenticeship program
three years additional supervisory experience in a high volume food service capacity accepted in lieu of degree
current ServSafe Food Handler certificate
valid driver's license
valid U.S. passport
minimum two years Sous Chef or food service management experience
previous Food Services experience in Antarctica may substitute minimum experience
US citizenship or permanent residency

Job Duties

Supervise, train and work with Production Cooks to produce high quality, large volume meals including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, desserts, breads, and pastries
maintain clean and sanitary work areas, equipment and tools in a professional manner
assist Food Service Supervisor and others as necessary
prepare all items on a 35-day menu cycle, holiday menus and special occasion foods
communicate and coordinate with other Sous Chefs and Food Service Coordinator for utilization of leftovers and production information
taste, adjust flavors, and present foods
educate staff on proper cooking techniques and holding temperatures
confer with Food Service Coordinator on production schedule and participate in menu planning meetings
conduct daily production meetings to assign tasks
coordinate and expedite batch cooking methods
produce baked items and support deli and specialty functions
monitor proper baking techniques and oven temperatures
anticipate need for alternate menu items
follow standardized recipes and develop high volume recipes as needed
adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and tasking responsibilities
display strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
develop a cohesive team unit
maintain flexibility and positive attitude
coordinate thawing procedures
ensure safety and sanitation including equipment usage and cleaning
manage food labeling and leftover utilization
place weekly food orders
record food quantities prepared, served and discarded
honor late arrival requests
coordinate with Stewards for timely dish transfer
support Operations Division metrics
comply with ASC Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements
implement and maintain safe workplace program
able to stand up to 12 hours
able to lift safely as regulated
perform other duties as required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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