Chief Steward/Head Cook - F/T North Star

North Star Fishing Company is dedicated to producing the highest quality frozen-at-sea groundfish products in the world. We accomplish our mission with a day-in-and-day-out commitment to quality, safety, consistent attention to detail and an on-going concern for the stability and health of the North Pacific fishery resource. We are one of the largest producers of frozen at sea flatfish, cod, pollock and other groundfish, and distributes seafood throughout the world. We manage three trawl catcher-processor vessels that operate in the Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and the Gulf of Alaska. Come join us with one of the many exciting job opportunities available! North Star Fishing Company is hiring a Head Cook to work aboard the F/T North Star, an at-sea processing vessel that fishes off the Coast of Alaska. The Head Cook is responsible for safe and efficient management of the Galley to include all meals, cleanliness and maintenance of ship accommodations, training and supervision of galley staff. Requirements Standing 12 hrs/day for 7 days/week ServSafe Food Manager certification or ability to obtain one Self-starter who is motivated and able to meet operation deadlines All candidates subject to a post offer pre-employment drug test, medical and background screen. Must be able to provide two positive recent references from previous employers Duties Prepare well balanced, family style meals for crew of 72 Supervise, motivate, train and evaluate the work activities of the assistant cooks and housekeepers. Responsible for establishing and managing Galley staff schedule/rotations Ensure all common areas, staterooms, toilets and other areas are cleaned and maintained to satisfaction of the vessel Captain. Provide timely requisitions for all provisions, equipment and other galley and hotel supplies Maintain cost controls as stipulated by GFC/NSF Operations. Track total food cost, voyage days and food cost per crew, per day. Manage food budget within assigned guidelines by working closely with GFC/NSF Operations and food vendors. Provide GFC/NSF Port Engineer and vessel Chief Engineer a work list for all Hotel maintenance/repair needs on a trip by trip basis during fishing and at end seasons. Provide regular inventory reports to GFC/NSF Operations and Accounting departments Ensure compliance with applicable sections of the Safety Management System. Knowledgeable and conversant on applicable policies and procedures contained in the SMS. Ensure compliance with environmental and company regulations regarding general and food waste. Maintain galley/hotel food and hygiene in compliance with ADEC standards. Qualifications Culinary Certification or degree preferred Experience on fishing vessel, cruise ship or hotel preferred Knowledge of reading and preparing recipes for 75+ people Basic understanding of the various laws and regulations and how/when they may apply Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages Excellent communication skills, written and spoken English Strong leadership and management skills Benefits Company travel policy agreement: Successful completion of 5 consecutive fishing trips grants eligibility for airfare/hotel expenses, between the vessel and Seattle, to be paid by the company. Each fishing trip averages 12-16 days and can be more or less dependent on fishing conditions. Eligible for 401K Health/Dental benefits once eligibility requirements are met. Employee assistance program days and can be more or less dependent on fishing conditions. Crew paid a share of the catch each fishing trip. Average crew share per trip is $8,250 -$9,550 depending on the value of the catch. North Star Fishing Company are Equal Opportunity Employers - Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age. By signing below you are affirming that the statements that you make in this application, plus any additional written and oral information you provide us about yourself (such as an interview) are true, and that you have not omitted anything about yourself that might be important to us in deciding whether to hire you. You understand that any false statement or material omission is sufficient grounds for us to reject this application, or to terminate your employment without further consideration. 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