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About Borealis Basecamp and Latitude 65

Borealis Basecamp is a northern lights-focused adventure resort located in Fairbanks, Alaska. We provide a unique guest experience featuring dome-shaped igloo accommodations with clear ceilings for aurora viewing from the comfort of each room. We offer extensive on-site activities including snowmachine tours, dog sledding, reindeer encounters, and helicopter tours. In addition to overnight guests, we operate day tours from Fairbanks through our Basecamp Adventures brand.

Latitude 65 is our on-site dining group, offering a range of experiences from multi-course fine dining to casual pub meals and quick coffee service with a view. With three distinct dining concepts, Latitude 65 complements every part of our guests’ Alaska adventure. We are seeking professional, reliable, and passionate individuals dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality to guests from around the world.

Latitude 65 and Borealis Basecamp are part of Stellar Collection, a group of leading Alaska-based travel and tourism companies. Across all brands, we share a common purpose: creating lifelong memories for our guests. We are driven by a passion for showcasing Alaska and delivering outstanding customer experiences that exceed expectations.

Position Details

Job Title: Line Cook
Location: Latitude 65 – Borealis Basecamp, Fairbanks, AK
Department: Latitude 65 Restaurant
Reports To: Executive Chef
Employment Type: Full-time Seasonal

Job Summary

The Line Cook is responsible for supporting kitchen operations through food preparation, organization, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency. This role is essential to ensuring timely and consistent food service across all dining offerings, including café items, and guest meals.

Success in this role requires strong time management, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

· Set up, organize, and maintain clean kitchen workstations

· Prepare ingredients for service, including washing, chopping, and portioning food items

· Prepare and maintain kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills, and utensils

· Prepare grab-and-go items according to food safety and presentation standards

· Prepare bagged lunches for guests participating in off-site tours

· Bake pastries and café items (non-scratch baking)

· Handle multiple prep tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality and efficiency

· Package and display food items appropriately in coolers and service areas

· Ensure all guest orders and activity meals are complete and accurate

· Prepare menu items according to recipe, ability to prepare soups from scratch with no recipes

· Follow all house recipes and kitchen standards to ensure consistency

· Receive orders, rotate stock, and restock inventory as needed

· Assist with creating daily features using available ingredients and communicate needs to the Executive Chef

· Maintain cleanliness through proper sanitation of workstations, tools, and kitchen areas

· Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance needs

· Arrive prepared, on time, and in proper uniform for all scheduled shifts

· Support additional operations and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

· Minimum of 1 year of experience as a line cook or in a professional kitchen

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks

· Strong time management and organizational skills

· Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

· Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

· Ability to follow direction and adhere to kitchen leadership guidance

Preferred Skills

· Baking experience preferred

· Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards

· Creativity in food preparation and special menu features

· Experience in high-volume or hospitality-driven kitchen environments

Physical Demands

· Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods (up to 10 hours)

· Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding kitchen environment

· Ability to perform repetitive tasks including cutting, lifting, and reaching

Compensation & Benefits

End-of-Season Bonus
A $1.00 per hour bonus is paid for every hour worked throughout the season to employees who complete the full season. Employees who leave prior to April 15 are not eligible for this bonus.

Employee Housing
On-site housing is available for $10.50 per day. Rooms are double or triple occupancy. Amenities include shared common areas with TV, Wi-Fi, dining space, and an exercise area.
Housing also includes private bathrooms, laundry facilities, staff-prepared lunch and dinner, and a self-serve continental breakfast (oatmeal, cereal, fruit, etc.).

Compensation: $21.00 per hour

Welcome to Borealis Basecamp, the ultimate adventure workplace! Located outside Fairbanks, Alaska, we are anything but a typical resort. Our domed igloos and cube-shaped accommodations give guests an unforgettable front-row seat to the Northern Lights and we need fun, energetic, and dedicated people to help make that magic happen.

Every day is different. You could be helping guests gear up for a thrilling dog sled ride or snowmobile tour, sharing your love of the aurora, or helping someone capture the perfect photo. Reindeer walks, and amazing excursions are just the beginning. Every activity is a chance to create memories that last a lifetime and every team member plays a key role.

We have opportunities across multiple departments where you can make an impact. Housekeepers keep rooms spotless, servers make every meal unforgettable, guides lead epic adventures, and front desk agents make every guest feel at home. Every role matters and every person helps bring the Borealis Basecamp experience to life.

Our team is close-knit, supportive, and full of energy. We work hard, have fun, and celebrate every success whether it is a guest seeing the Northern Lights for the first time, a flawless dinner service, or keeping Basecamp running smoothly. If you love adventure, meeting amazing people from around the world, learning new skills, and being part of a team that makes magic every day, Borealis Basecamp is the place for you.

Borealis Basecamp is not for everyone and that’s what makes it special. The ideal candidate is adventurous, self-motivated, and excited about living and working in a remote Alaskan environment. This is a place for people who seek experiences, not distractions.

Our best team members are “aurora chasers” at heart, people who will step outside at 2:00 am to catch the Northern Lights, who enjoy being unplugged from the noise, and who find energy in nature, not nightlife. If you rely heavily on constant Wi-Fi, city life, or a busy social scene, this may not be the right fit.

Instead, we’re looking for individuals who are dependable, positive, and ready to be part of a hardworking, close-knit team where everyone contributes.

Join us and make this season unforgettable for our guests and for yourself.

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