Sous Chef need for Antarctica from September 2010- February 2011
Seeking a unique adventure as well as employment? How would you like to be one of the few people on the planet to have the opportunity to live and work at or near the geographic South Pole?
You MUST COMPLETE our application form in order to be considered; it is found at www.nanaservices.com/jobs. We cannot consider any resumes sent without an application.
The majority of our deploying, contract positions are located at McMurdo Station and they generally begin in October/early November and run through the following February. We are looking for PRIMARY & ALTERNATE employees to fill all contract positions. The Primary is first in line for the position and the Alternate is next in line to deploy should Primary person be unable to meet position/deployment requirements.
Requirements
In addition to your skills and experience, you must meet several other requirements that have been established under the guidance of the National Science Foundation. Failure to meet these requirements may result in withdrawal of an employment offer.
You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
You must have a valid passport or the ability to obtain one.
After receiving an offer of employment, you must pass:
o A pre-employment background check.
o A pre-employment drug screen.
o Stringent physical and dental examinations.
Once hired, you must comply with applicable safety, environment, health, and waste management policies and procedures, and be committed to completing your employment contract in Antarctica.
NOTE: Only authorized personnel are allowed on all U.S. stations and vessels. Your spouse, children, pets, etc. are not allowed to travel to Antarctica at any point during your contract.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for providing customer service and performing duties that support efforts to produce and serve high quality food.
Displays a commitment to providing exceptional customer service, as outlined by the Supervisor, Food Service.
Responsible for preparation of all items on a 35-day menu cycle, (or variations thereof), holiday menu items, and food required for special occasions.
Communicates and coordinate with other Sous Chefs daily for utilization of leftovers, production information, and timely usage of fresh produce.
Responsible for tasting, flavor adjustments and presentation of foods
Educates staff on and monitor proper cooking techniques and holding temperatures of food.
Conducts daily production meetings with Production and Prep Cooks to give an overview of the days menu and assign tasks for production and service.
Responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and expediting batch cooking methods before and during services.
Displays strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Displays self-motivation in physically challenging and atypical work environment.
Performs other duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: A minimum of a High school education or equivalent. Preferably a graduate of a culinary arts program or an apprenticeship program.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five years cooking experience, with 2 years supervisory responsibilities in high-volume, (not including convenience or fast-food) facilities with diverse populations.
APPLY at http://www.nanaservices.com/jobs.html if you like to live on the edge and are interested in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
NANA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.
Security Clearance Requirement: None
Field of Interest: Facilities
Job Type: Temporary
Work Location: Antarctica
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