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Arctic Catering

Head Cook - Remote Work

Anchorage, AK · On-site +1

... Assume temporary catering job assignments in the absence of staff members • Supervise train and develop staff in culinary, housekeeping and operational skills • Interact with camp and ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for temp work in Alaska is $38,985.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,200.00 and $40,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Temp Work involves short-term assignments usually managed through staffing agencies, ideal for quick staffing needs. Contract Work is a fixed-term employment for specific projects or durations, often requiring more specialized skills. Both offer temporary employment but differ mainly in duration and employment structure.

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Infographic showing various Temp Work job openings in Alaska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,985 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

TEMPORARY Positions - Nuiqsut

North Slope Borough, AK

Barrow, AK • On-site

$24.70/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Salary: $24.70 Hourly
Location : Nuiqsut, AK
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: TEMP - NUI
Department: All Departments
Opening Date: 01/17/2013
Summary or Purpose
  • These are entry-level temporary positions for employment in the stated North Slope village. Length of employment for a temporary position ranges from a few days to 120 days; however the length of employment is not guaranteed.

By applying for a temporary position, your application will be placed on a list. Temporary hires are filled on an as-needed basis and pursuant to needed requirements of the position.
Temporary positions provide no benefits.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Varies
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Varies
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required
Varies
Not Applicable
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This position is NON-Rotational. Housing is NOT provided. Therefore, due to extreme weather conditions in the arctic and for your safety, housing accommodations must be located and pre-arranged by the applicant prior to the start of employment. The applicant must pay for housing; it is not provided by the NSB. Please note: The Borough is currently experiencing a housing shortage. Due to the remote setting, applicants are urged to consider this factor prior to submitting an application.Do you certify that you understand the above information?
  • YES
  • NO

02
Are you 21 years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Do you possess a valid Alaska Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No

04
Do you have a valid Alaska Commercial Drivers License?
  • Yes
  • No

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If the answer to the above question is yes, please provide your Alaska Commercial Endorsement area(s):
06
Which best describes your level of education?
  • Some high school
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Some college
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree

07
The policy of the Employment Training Program (ETP) is to provide jobs that might not otherwise be available to residents with the need to acquire skills and to support a variety of agencies, programs, and departments within the community. All ETP positions are paid $20.67 hourly regardless of type of work performed.Are you interested in receiving calls for any temporary Employment Training Program (ETP) opportunities as well?
  • Yes
  • No

08
What type of work are you interested in?
09
Do you have a current North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) card? If yes, please attach a copy to your application before submitting it online.
  • Yes
  • No

10
If requested by another local entity for the purposes of employment, I hereby authorize the North Slope Borough Human Resources Department to release my name and phone number to said employer.
  • Yes
  • No

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