Army National Guard
Mount Pleasant, Iowa
Job Description It takes energy to keep the Army National Guard marching on, and that's where you take the lead. As a Food Service Specialist for the Guard, it's your duty to provide the sustenance your fellow Soldiers need to put their best foot forward and protect the nation. In this role, you will take care of all dietary and nutritional needs of fellow Soldiers, ensuring their ability to face the challenges before them. You'll learn how to plan and prep menus, how to prepare and serve food, and how to ensure food safety and facility sanitation, whether you're feeding 25 Soldiers or 2,500, in the field or in a fixed facility. Job Duties • Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam and sauté as prescribed by Army recipes • Operate, maintain and clean field kitchen equipment • Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen equipment Some of the Skills You'll Learn • Standard and dietetic menus and recipes • Food and supply ordering • Storage of meats, poultry and other perishable items Helpful Skills • Interest in cooking, home economics, health, mathematics, accounting and chemistry Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career in restaurants or organizations that have their own dining facilities. Depending on which specialty you pursue, you'll be able to pursue a career as a cook, chef, meat cutter, butcher, or baker. Earn While You Learn Get paid to learn! Join the Army National Guard and you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. Food Service Specialist job training requires 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn fundamental Soldiering skills, and nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT). Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field. Benefits/Requirements Benefits Paid training A monthly paycheck Montgomery GI Bill Federal and State tuition assistance Retirement benefits for part-time service Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage) 401(k)-type savings plan Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) Health care benefits available VA home loans Bonuses, if applicable Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change Requirements Military enlistment in the Army National Guard Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Must meet citizenship requirements (see for details) Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability. Other Job Information Job ID: 2134 ZIP Code: 52641 Job Category: Supply and Logistics Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Cook Chef Sous Line short order restaurant diner cafeteria restaurateur manager executive
Job Description It takes energy to keep the Army National Guard marching on, and that's where you take the lead. As a Food Service Specialist for the Guard, it's your duty to provide the sustenance your fellow Soldiers need to put their best foot forward and protect the nation. In this role, you will take care of all dietary and nutritional needs of fellow Soldiers, ensuring their ability to face the challenges before them. You'll learn how to plan and prep menus, how to prepare and serve food, and how to ensure food safety and facility sanitation, whether you're feeding 25 Soldiers or 2,500, in the field or in a fixed facility. Job Duties • Bake, fry, braise, boil, simmer, steam and sauté as prescribed by Army recipes • Operate, maintain and clean field kitchen equipment • Perform preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen equipment Some of the Skills You'll Learn • Standard and dietetic menus and recipes • Food and supply ordering • Storage of meats, poultry and other perishable items Helpful Skills • Interest in cooking, home economics, health, mathematics, accounting and chemistry Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career in restaurants or organizations that have their own dining facilities. Depending on which specialty you pursue, you'll be able to pursue a career as a cook, chef, meat cutter, butcher, or baker. Earn While You Learn Get paid to learn! Join the Army National Guard and you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. Food Service Specialist job training requires 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn fundamental Soldiering skills, and nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT). Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field. Benefits/Requirements Benefits Paid training A monthly paycheck Montgomery GI Bill Federal and State tuition assistance Retirement benefits for part-time service Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage) 401(k)-type savings plan Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) Health care benefits available VA home loans Bonuses, if applicable Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change Requirements Military enlistment in the Army National Guard Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Must meet citizenship requirements (see for details) Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability. Other Job Information Job ID: 2134 ZIP Code: 52641 Job Category: Supply and Logistics Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Cook Chef Sous Line short order restaurant diner cafeteria restaurateur manager executive
Pursuit Collection
Seward, Alaska
What perks can you expect?: / Competitive perks & wages / Referral and end-of-season bonus available / FREE staff housing / Access to iconic National Park experiences / Fun staff events and parties / Industry discounts / Training to help your career grow What will be your daily pursuit?: Deep down, our mission and values make us who we are as a team. This is what we strive for in all of the connections we create for our guests and for each other. What is the compensation for this role?: $23.00 per hour What will you do in this job?: This is a remote, boat-in position located in Kenai Fjords National Park. Due to this, all positions at KFWL require assisting in other departments. Coordinates activities of and directs training of prep cooks and kitchen stewards engaged in preparing and cooking foods to ensure an efficient and profitable food service. The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing the operation of Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge and Day Lodge on a remote island in the absence and by direction of the Executive Chef. The Sous Chef ensures guests receive high quality lodging and dining experience. The Sous Chef, as directed by the Chef, coordinates and facilitates that the island is safe and highly enjoyable for guests, facilities are clean and well maintained, necessary supplies are on hand, and waste is minimized. Major Activities (Typical Duties/Responsibilities): Provide excellent customer service to guests and other team members Make sound judgments and anticipate issues and opportunities Handle comments, complaints and concern, with a high level of efficiency and in the best interest of the guest Work closely with all other departments to ensure overall guest satisfaction Ensure that guests' special needs are met Greet arriving/departing guests in a professional and pleasant manner Be knowledgeable of daily functions or activities occurring at the Lodge and in area to answer guests' questions Assist with planning menus for all meals that create an exceptional dining environment that is compatible with the island experience, allow options for guests with special dietary needs, and manage costs Primarily responsible to prepare, cook, and clean after all meals are served in the wilderness lodge, including washing dishes Establish and maintain a positive relationship with guests. Ensure that they know what to expect, and how to express concerns and questions Work with the Chef, Day Lodge Lead, SWL Executive Chef, and KFT Warehouse Manager to ensure that supplies are ordered, received, stored and inventoried properly so that guest satisfaction and safety are maintained and costs are managed Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation facilities. Keep kitchen, food preparation and storage areas in strict adherence with health regulations Coordinate and assist the Chef in ordering, special island events, scheduling, staffing and safety training in order to foster exceptional teamwork and improve the customer experience Coordinate with the island Maintenance Team to accomplish periodic and special maintenance projects in order to ensure facilities are safe, clean, and compatible with the KFWL product Work with Seward based managers to ensure that the island is prepared for guests and that special requirements are met consistently Conduct other duties as required, including opening and closing duties, coordination of employee meals, day lodge support, ordering materials and other tasks Plans or participates in planning menus and utilization of food surpluses and leftovers, taking into account probable number of guests, marketing conditions, popularity of various dishes, and dynamics of menus Estimates food consumption, and purchases requisitions food stuffs and kitchen supplies Supervises cooks and other kitchen personnel and coordinates their assignments to ensure economical and timely food production and safety Observes methods of food preparation and cooking, sizes of portions, and garnishing of foods to ensure food is prepared in prescribed manner Arrive to work on time, ready to work, dressed in clean uniform, with a neat and clean appearance Familiarizes newly hired staff with practices of kitchen and assists in continuous training Participate in emergency response activities including firefighting, emergency medical activities (within an employee's training limitations) and other incidents Other duties as assigned What skills and experience do you need for this job?: Current CPR and First Aid Training for Alcohol Professionals (TAPs) certification ServSafe Food Protection Manager certificate preferred Knowledge of proper food handling and preparations standards Strong communication and interpersonal skills Culinary School graduate or previous experience as a cook or supervisor in food service operations, or equivalent combination of experience and training What will your work environment be like?: We wake up every day to greet glaciers, mountain peaks and pristine lakes. At Pursuit, we live the dream. We're united by an intrinsic love of exploring that can't be confined by physical borders. Together, Pursuit team members and guests create inspiring memories they will share with their friends and families for years to come. It's all about sharing our amazing destinations. Closing: Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in the USA to apply and join our inclusive team! We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-deserving groups. If you can't apply online or need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent & Acquisition Team at We thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
What perks can you expect?: / Competitive perks & wages / Referral and end-of-season bonus available / FREE staff housing / Access to iconic National Park experiences / Fun staff events and parties / Industry discounts / Training to help your career grow What will be your daily pursuit?: Deep down, our mission and values make us who we are as a team. This is what we strive for in all of the connections we create for our guests and for each other. What is the compensation for this role?: $23.00 per hour What will you do in this job?: This is a remote, boat-in position located in Kenai Fjords National Park. Due to this, all positions at KFWL require assisting in other departments. Coordinates activities of and directs training of prep cooks and kitchen stewards engaged in preparing and cooking foods to ensure an efficient and profitable food service. The Sous Chef is responsible for overseeing the operation of Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge and Day Lodge on a remote island in the absence and by direction of the Executive Chef. The Sous Chef ensures guests receive high quality lodging and dining experience. The Sous Chef, as directed by the Chef, coordinates and facilitates that the island is safe and highly enjoyable for guests, facilities are clean and well maintained, necessary supplies are on hand, and waste is minimized. Major Activities (Typical Duties/Responsibilities): Provide excellent customer service to guests and other team members Make sound judgments and anticipate issues and opportunities Handle comments, complaints and concern, with a high level of efficiency and in the best interest of the guest Work closely with all other departments to ensure overall guest satisfaction Ensure that guests' special needs are met Greet arriving/departing guests in a professional and pleasant manner Be knowledgeable of daily functions or activities occurring at the Lodge and in area to answer guests' questions Assist with planning menus for all meals that create an exceptional dining environment that is compatible with the island experience, allow options for guests with special dietary needs, and manage costs Primarily responsible to prepare, cook, and clean after all meals are served in the wilderness lodge, including washing dishes Establish and maintain a positive relationship with guests. Ensure that they know what to expect, and how to express concerns and questions Work with the Chef, Day Lodge Lead, SWL Executive Chef, and KFT Warehouse Manager to ensure that supplies are ordered, received, stored and inventoried properly so that guest satisfaction and safety are maintained and costs are managed Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation facilities. Keep kitchen, food preparation and storage areas in strict adherence with health regulations Coordinate and assist the Chef in ordering, special island events, scheduling, staffing and safety training in order to foster exceptional teamwork and improve the customer experience Coordinate with the island Maintenance Team to accomplish periodic and special maintenance projects in order to ensure facilities are safe, clean, and compatible with the KFWL product Work with Seward based managers to ensure that the island is prepared for guests and that special requirements are met consistently Conduct other duties as required, including opening and closing duties, coordination of employee meals, day lodge support, ordering materials and other tasks Plans or participates in planning menus and utilization of food surpluses and leftovers, taking into account probable number of guests, marketing conditions, popularity of various dishes, and dynamics of menus Estimates food consumption, and purchases requisitions food stuffs and kitchen supplies Supervises cooks and other kitchen personnel and coordinates their assignments to ensure economical and timely food production and safety Observes methods of food preparation and cooking, sizes of portions, and garnishing of foods to ensure food is prepared in prescribed manner Arrive to work on time, ready to work, dressed in clean uniform, with a neat and clean appearance Familiarizes newly hired staff with practices of kitchen and assists in continuous training Participate in emergency response activities including firefighting, emergency medical activities (within an employee's training limitations) and other incidents Other duties as assigned What skills and experience do you need for this job?: Current CPR and First Aid Training for Alcohol Professionals (TAPs) certification ServSafe Food Protection Manager certificate preferred Knowledge of proper food handling and preparations standards Strong communication and interpersonal skills Culinary School graduate or previous experience as a cook or supervisor in food service operations, or equivalent combination of experience and training What will your work environment be like?: We wake up every day to greet glaciers, mountain peaks and pristine lakes. At Pursuit, we live the dream. We're united by an intrinsic love of exploring that can't be confined by physical borders. Together, Pursuit team members and guests create inspiring memories they will share with their friends and families for years to come. It's all about sharing our amazing destinations. Closing: Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in the USA to apply and join our inclusive team! We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-deserving groups. If you can't apply online or need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent & Acquisition Team at We thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.