JOB SUMMARY
The Camp Manager (Project Manager) – Food & Housekeeping Services is responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day management of food services and housekeeping operations at an assigned remote camp on Alaska’s North Slope. This role ensures high-quality meal service, clean and well-maintained living and common areas, and a positive camp experience for all residents.
This position is ideal for a culinary or food service professional (e.g., Head Cook, Executive Chef, Food Service Manager) who has strong supervisory and operational management experience and is ready to step into full camp leadership responsibilities.
- Work Location: Remote Camp, North Slope, Alaska
- Rotational Schedule: 3 weeks on/3 weeks off or 2 weeks on/2 weeks off; varies by job site
- Work shifts: 12 hours/day (40 hrs straight time + 44 hrs OT per work week).
- Travel: Flights between Anchorage and the job site are arranged and paid for by the company
- Housing & Meals: Included (free)
- Point of hire: Anchorage, AK
JOB DUTIES
Food Service Operations:
- Provide overall leadership for kitchen and dining operations, ensuring consistent, high-quality food service
- Oversee menu planning, food production, portion control, and presentation in a high-volume environment
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
- Monitor food costs, inventory, ordering, and waste control
- Support and mentor Head Cooks and kitchen leadership staff
Housekeeping Operations:
- Manage housekeeping services to maintain clean, sanitary, and comfortable living quarters and common areas
- Ensure established cleaning schedules, staffing levels, and quality standards are met
- Address service issues promptly and professionally
People Management & Leadership:
- Supervise, coach, and develop food service and housekeeping staff
- Ensure adequate staffing, training, and onboarding for all camp services roles
- Lead performance management, recognition, corrective action, and employee relations in coordination with HR
- Foster a respectful, safety-focused, and team-oriented work environment
Client & Camp Relations:
- Serve as the primary onsite leader for food and housekeeping services
- Maintain positive working relationships with client representatives and camp leadership
- Respond to customer feedback and implement service improvements as needed
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in food service, culinary, or hospitality operations
- Proven supervisory or management experience in a high-volume environment
- Strong working knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Proficiency with basic computer systems (email, scheduling, inventory, reporting)
- Ability to live and work in a remote camp environment on a rotational schedule
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass all pre-employment requirements, including background check, drug test, and post-offer physical
Preferred Qualifications
- Culinary training or experience as a Head Cook, Executive Chef, or Food Service Manager
- Experience managing both food service and housekeeping teams
- ServSafe Manager or equivalent food safety certification
- Prior experience working in remote camps, institutional dining, or similar environments
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EXPECTATIONS
- Work is performed in a commercial kitchen within a remote camp
- Ability to remain on your feet for long shifts and perform repetitive physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Willingness to work day or night shift.
- Must be comfortable living and working in a remote location with shared housing accommodations and communal facilities.
- Teamwork, reliability, and a positive attitude are essential
- Strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and conduct standards
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive wages and lots of overtime due to the 12-hour shift schedule
- Benefits: medical, dental & vision; 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and other
- Half a year off! The rotational schedule provides approximately 6 months off each year, offering significant time for rest, travel and personal commitments. Fill-in opportunities are available for employees who want to work extra time.
- Free camp housing & meals while on rotation
- Travel between Anchorage and the job site provided
- Opportunity to work in a unique and team-focused environment
This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and does not constitute an employment contract.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should apply at www.denaliuniversal.com highlighting any relevant remote camp management or camp experience. Qualified applicants will be contacted for next steps.
Denali Universal Services (DUS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
