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Firehouse Subs

General Manager

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manage food cost, labor, inventory accuracy, waste, and controllable expenses * Deliver outstanding ... purchases at Firehouse Subs locations to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for the ...

Firehouse Subs

General Manager

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manage food cost, labor, inventory accuracy, waste, and controllable expenses * Deliver outstanding ... purchases at Firehouse Subs locations to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for the ...

Firehouse Subs

Team Member

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

... manager, or shift leader. * Maintains a safe work environment, adhering to all established food and ... purchases at Firehouse Subs locations to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for the ...

ESS

CAMP MANAGER

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

* We are hiring immediately for Camp Manager positions. * Location: Nome, AK * Schedule: 3 weeks on ... and food safety * Demonstrates proficiency in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and ...

Compass Group

CAMP MANAGER

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

* We are hiring immediately for Camp Manager positions. * Location: Nome, AK * Schedule: 3 weeks on ... and food safety * Demonstrates proficiency in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and ...

Compass Group

CAMP MANAGER

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

* We are hiring immediately for Camp Manager positions. * Location: Nome, AK * Schedule: 3 weeks on ... and food safety * Demonstrates proficiency in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and ...

Compass Group

CAMP MANAGER

Anchorage, AK

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

* We are hiring immediately for Camp Manager positions. * Location: Nome, AK * Schedule: 3 weeks on ... and food safety * Demonstrates proficiency in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and ...

Firehouse Subs

Team Member

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Prepare high-quality food to brand standards * Accurately complete guest orders in a fast-paced ... A team-focused, high-energy work environment Reporting Structure Reports to General Manager ...

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How much do food purchasing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for food purchasing manager in Alaska is $90,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $107,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a food purchasing manager do?

A Food Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of food products for a business, such as a restaurant, hotel, or food distributor. They negotiate with vendors, ensure quality and cost-effectiveness, maintain inventory levels, and comply with food safety regulations. Their role is crucial in maintaining a steady supply chain while optimizing costs and ensuring high-quality standards.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a food purchasing manager?

To thrive as a Food Purchasing Manager, you need a solid background in supply chain management, negotiation, budgeting, and knowledge of food safety standards, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management systems (such as ERP software), data analysis tools, and possibly certifications like Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are commonly valued. Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage vendor interactions and internal collaboration. These skills ensure efficient procurement processes, cost control, and high-quality food supply for the organization.

What challenges does a food purchasing manager face?

Food Purchasing Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing cost efficiency with quality requirements, ensuring timely delivery despite supply chain disruptions, and adapting to fluctuating market prices. They also need to maintain strong supplier relationships while enforcing strict food safety and compliance standards. Successful managers proactively monitor inventory levels, anticipate demand shifts, and coordinate closely with culinary and operations teams. These challenges make the role dynamic and require strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Is a food purchasing manager a stressful job?

A food purchasing manager's role can be stressful due to the need to manage supply chain disruptions, meet tight deadlines, and control costs. The job often requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Infographic showing various Food Purchasing Manager job openings in Alaska as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 2% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,680 per year, or $43.6 per hour.

Food Service Supervisor, Nome Elementary School ($27/hr+ DOE & Benefits - Nome, AK)

NANA Management Services

Nome, AK • On-site

$27/hr

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Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description


The Food Service Supervisor oversees the student dining operation, serving breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday and occasional weekend meals. This position will work with the production team on a daily basis. This site primarily serves as the school dining facility and distribution base for regional village schools. This position will help support and ensure the training and administration of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). Responsibilities include daily meal production, overseeing quality, and managing kitchen inventory and product. The successful candidate will be quality focused with the ability to increase student meal participation while controlling costs.
This position supports the Nome School District in Nome, AK. Candidate must live or be willing to relocate to Nome, AK.
Responsibilities
  • Direct the general kitchen staff and food preparation duties.
  • Develop appropriate recipes and make sure all required supplies, resources, and materials are purchased, ordered, and available when needed.
  • Maintains excellent client and employee communications and relations to continuously improve the quality of services provided, resolve problems, and facilitate the acceptance and implementation of new services.
  • Directs, schedules, trains, supervises, leads, evaluates, coaches and develops assigned personnel to keep them informed and motivated.
  • Plans and implements an effective staff-training program.
  • Make sure the responsibilities, authorities, and accountability of all assigned employees are defined and understood.
  • Documents positive steps regularly taken to implement an effective safety program.
  • Continuously seeks to improve the quality of assigned activities.
  • Assures a high degree of sanitation is observed in all assigned areas and responsibilities.
  • Consistently demonstrates professional skills in efficiently carrying out assigned activities, using all forms of communications, handling of change, developing employees, solving typical problems, and making decisions.
  • Periodically physically performs all types of high-volume food production and preparation duties and fills in for absent employees.
  • Performs various inventory and quality control tasks as well as completes various inspection checklists.
  • Directly supervises assigned employees.
  • Supervisory responsibilities include assigning and directing work, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  • Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit's success also may be assigned.

Qualifications
  • At least three (3) years of documented Food Service Supervisor experience in a K-12 or similar culinary environment.
  • Documented supervisory skills and knowledge of food preparation, and quality control procedures.
  • The ability to operate basic office equipment and software programs to include email, Excel, Word, etc.
  • A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS' vehicle insurance policy.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Preference will be given to individual with a minimum of five (5) years of consecutive employment in similar operations with comparable responsibilities.
  • ServSafe Certified Manager certificate.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Weather: Indoor/Outdoor (Occasional exposure to extreme weather)
Noise level: Moderate
Office conditions: Pace of work environment: Medium
Customer Interaction: High
Description of environment: School kitchen
Frequently required to walk and stand. Occasionally required to lift, pull and push. Rarely in cramped or confined spaces and climbing.
Physical requirements: Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Travel: None
Competencies
NMS Core Values
Safety guides our behavior.
Honesty and integrity govern our activities.
Commitments made will be fulfilled.
All individuals are treated with dignity and respect.
The environment will be protected and sustained.

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