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Cardinal Culinary Services

Offshore Cook

Alvin, TX · Remote

We have new exciting opportunities for remote chefs. MAKE MORE MONEY AND GET MORE TIME OFF! We are ... Workers with the right attitude and skills can work up to Chef Manager or Camp Boss quickly and get ...

Arctic Catering

Housekeeper - Remote

Anchorage, AK · On-site +1

$14 - $18/hr

Works under direction of the Head Cook, performing in accordance with AC&SS mission, vision, and ... Previous remote site camp experience and/or related area; preferred Certifications and/or Licenses:

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How much do remote camp cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote camp cook in the United States is $19.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Camp Cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Camp Cook, you need strong culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and experience in high-volume meal preparation, often supported by a food handler’s certificate. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and safe food storage practices is typically required. Flexibility, organization, and strong communication are crucial soft skills due to the isolated and dynamic camp environment. These abilities ensure consistent, safe, and satisfying meal service essential for the well-being and morale of camp staff.

What are remote camp cooks?

Remote camp cooks are culinary professionals responsible for preparing meals in isolated or off-grid locations, such as mining camps, oil rigs, logging sites, or wilderness expeditions. They plan menus, order supplies, and ensure food safety and nutrition for crews working in remote environments. Their role often includes adapting to limited equipment and ingredients while maintaining high standards of hygiene and efficiency. Remote camp cooks may also manage kitchen staff and accommodate special dietary needs. This position requires flexibility, resourcefulness, and the ability to work independently for extended periods.

What Does a Remote Camp Cook Do?

The job duties of a remote camp cook involve preparing meals for campers. Since you work in a camp in an isolated environment, your responsibilities include organizing supplies and planning a menu before each trip. You need to communicate with guests to learn about their preferences for meals and become aware of any dietary restrictions. A camp cook also has to bring cooking equipment that works outdoors or in a remote camp kitchen and ensure that everything is in working order before departure. In addition to working to prepare food, you sometimes perform other cleaning and service duties.

What are some unique challenges faced by Remote Camp Cooks, and how can applicants prepare for them?

Remote Camp Cooks often work in isolated locations with limited access to fresh supplies and amenities, which requires strong planning and adaptability. Managing inventory, preparing diverse meals for large groups, and maintaining food safety standards in challenging environments are common aspects of the job. Applicants can prepare by gaining experience in bulk meal preparation, learning about food storage in remote settings, and developing strong organizational skills. Teamwork and clear communication are also crucial, as Cooks frequently collaborate with camp staff to coordinate meal times and accommodate dietary needs.
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Remote Kitchen Helper - Prudhoe Bay

NANA Management Services

Prudhoe Bay, AK • On-site, Remote

$16.50 - $19/hr

Other

Posted 26 days ago

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Job Description
This Kitchen Helper position is responsible for maintaining sanitation standards, performing a variety of cleaning, maintenance, food preparation, stocking, and serving duties in a commercial kitchen, storeroom, dinning, and serving area in remote camp locations.
Responsibilities
  • Assists cooks and others as needed and coordinates activities within a food service area.
  • Prepare food and cook vegetables, entrees, coffee, sauces, meats, etc.
  • Maintains a variety of products at certain levels in preparation, serving, or storage areas including service machines.
  • Stocks various food service areas with various products and materials.
  • Cleans dishes, utensils, pots, pans etc. and places in assigned storage areas in an organized and orderly manner.
  • Washes objects by hand or with cleaning equipment.
  • Cleans, sweeps, wipes down, etc. all general dining, kitchen, or storage areas (in some cases), spike rooms, and equipment as well as all floors.
  • Assists with various periodically scheduled large cleaning projects.
  • Removes garbage from assigned areas.
  • Sets up, breaks down, and cleans tables, snack bars, display cases, serving lines, etc.
  • May occasionally prepare food or cook vegetables, entrees, coffee, sauces, meats, etc.
  • May also be combined with other position duties.
  • Notify supervisor is safety and sanitation standards are not being met.
  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
  • Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit's success also may be assigned.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • At least one (1) year of work experience in a commercial kitchen or documented vocational training sufficient to demonstrate a knowledge of industrial cleaning equipment, restaurant food preparation, and general commercial cleaning processes.
  • Must have or obtain an Alaska Food Workers Card and/or ServSafe Certification upon hire.
  • Must pass all pre-employment contract requirements which may include but are not limited to: drug test, physical and fit for duty assessment and hearing test. Applicants not located near a testing facility are responsible for paying for travel to the nearest testing facility.
  • Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers and clients.
  • Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.
  • Must be able to be on your feet for 12 hours per shift for the scheduled rotation.
  • Must be able to live in dormitory style settings and meet cleanliness requirements of the remote camp.
  • Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read and write English.
  • Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the company and client.

CANDIDATES RESIDING OUTSIDE ANCHORAGE AREA:
Candidates residing in Alaska & the Lower 48 for any contract: For the purposes of pre-employment testing, Anchorage will be considered the point of hire (with the exception of drug testing, which will be conducted near the candidate's place of residence). Employee is responsible for any travel expenses and needed accommodations related to pre-employment tasks that need to be completed in Anchorage, AK. This includes, but is not limited to, any safety training requirements, required pre-employment testing and/or training such as physical, DOT physical/medical card, fit for duty, audiogram, and/or other testing required by contract/company (NSTC, APICC training, security licensing requirements, etc.).
Candidates residing in Alaska for Alyeska Contract: pre-employment testing will be scheduled near the candidate's area of residence within the state. The only exception is when the candidate lives in a region without the necessary service providers to complete all requirements.
Flights to Remote Locations: All employees are responsible for all expenses related to reporting to point of hire (Anchorage, AK) for scheduled trips paid for by the company for remote locations.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Weather: Indoor/Outdoor. Frequently exposed to arctic conditions.
Noise level: Moderate to Loud
Description of environment: This is an industrial kitchen setting located in a remote camp.
Must constantly be able to stand, walk, climb, push, pull use hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch.
Travel: Must be able to travel by plane and/or bus to remote camps.
Physical requirements: Fit For Duty Test
  • Lift: Lift 50 lbs. from floor to knuckle x 2 Lift:
  • Lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist x 2 Lift:
  • Lift 35 lbs. from floor to shoulders x 2
  • Stoop & Twist: Perform alternate cross over toe touches x 10 each side, self-paced but continuous.
  • Kneel: Kneel on one knee and stand. Return to kneel on opposite knee. Repeat alternate kneeling sequence x 5 for each knee, self-paced but continuous.
  • Squat Test: Functionally squat x 5, self-paced but continuous. Stairs: Climb up and down 10 steps x 6 for a total of 60 steps;
  • Allow 30 second rest after climbing up and down each set of 30 steps, self-paced.Stairs & Carry: Climb up and down 10 steps x 6 for a total of 60 steps while carrying 10 lbs. in one hand and using the other hand to grasp a railing for safety, self-paced.
  • Allow a 30 second rest period after climbing up and down 30 steps while carrying.

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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