Vessel Cook & Fish Ticket Assistant

Silver Bay Seafoods Llc

Sitka, AK

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Budgeting, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Computer Systems, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Data Entry, Data Quality, Depth Perception, Detail Oriented, Disciplinary Action, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fishing, Fleet Management, Food Delivery, Food Preparation, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food Services, Geography, Heavy Lifting, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Mail Processing, Maintenance Services, Mathematics, Meal Plans, Menu Management, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Order Supplies, People Management, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Recipe Development, Record Keeping, Regulations, Risk, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Seafood Department, Spreadsheets, Staff Requirements, Staff Training, Team Player, Time Management, Vehicle Fleets, Very High Frequency (VHF)

LOCATION

Sitka, AK

POSTED

3 days ago

As a Hybrid Vessel Cook and Fish Ticket Assistant, you will be responsible for planning, directing, participating and supervising food service activities in the galley, as well as assisting with recording fish weights and paperwork. You will work closely with the fishing vessel's captain and crew toensure smooth operations and maintain a positive working environment. This is a physically demanding position that requires adaptability, a strong work ethic, and a passion for both cooking and the fishing industry.
As the Vessel Cook, you will be responsible for the preparation and delivery offour daily meals for all crew members served buffet style. This position will also plan and develop recipes taking into account the food budget requirements while maintaining overall food quality & consistency.
As the Fish Ticket Assistant, you will assist in varied ways to ensure and expediteall needs deemed necessary for the Fleet Team. In this position, you will ensure that the data and questions are tended to immediately and properly recorded as needed.
The vessel operates 24 hours/day 7 days a week during the processing season. This position requires being actively involved in food preparation while directing the activities of a prep cook and kitchen helpers. As the Vessel Cook and Fish Ticket Assistant, you will oversee overall kitchen organization, sanitation, and safety in addition to setting an example for the department staff in work ethic, safety protocol, and attitude, while also helping out on the deck to record fish weights as needed.

Essential Functions/Qualifications
The responsibilities of the position include the following:
Fish Ticket:
• Sort and distribute incoming fleet mail as needed.
• Record the correct fish, quantity and weights to include date, time and vessel as needed on deck.
• Maintain excel sheets and record-keeping for all vessels that deliver with complete accuracy.
• Knowledge of the fishing area geography by names in order to properly communicate and understand vessel locations.
• Assist in managing marine radios, VHF & Satellite.
• Work with fleet managers to thoroughly collect critical data to maintain and update multiple spreadsheets daily to the fleet operations.
• Generate, receive, and maintain confidential and sensitives files, information and reports and ensure security of these files and information.
Vessel Cook:
• Oversee calculating food costs and staff requirements.
• Supervise cooking activities of line cooks.
• Ensure kitchen staff follows food recipes and portion servings.
• Manage inventory levels of food supplies, determine amounts of required supplies, and supervise storage and use of leftover uncooked products.
• Oversee the proper rotation of food to ensure quality and freshness.
• Conduct on-going inspection of kitchen equipment and oversee proper use of major kitchen equipment to and ensure employees follow industry safety and sanitation requirements.
• Negotiate cost of supplies, equipment purchases, repairs, and maintenance with vendors.
• Manage kitchen staff by recruiting, selecting, hiring, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, supervising, evaluating, and carrying out disciplinary action as necessary in accordance with SBS policies and applicable laws.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state, and local sanitation and safety requirements.
• Instruct staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation, and safety issues, ensuring clean and orderly refrigerators and kitchen area.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure the vessel and organization is fully supported and successful.

Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following functional and interpersonal competencies:

Functional
Fish Ticket:
• Fish Identification: Ability to accurately identify different fish species.
• Weight and Measurement: Proficiency in using scales and measuring devices to accurately determine the weight and dimensions of fish.
• Data Entry: Skill in accurately entering data into computer systems or handwritten records.
• Calculations: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as calculating totals and percentages.
• Regulations Understanding: Knowledge of relevant fishing regulations and standards.
• Quality Control: Basic understanding of fish quality standards and the ability to identify any defects.
Vessel Cook:
• Culinary Skills: Strong cooking skills, including knowledge of various cooking techniques, such as boiling, grilling, and frying.
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Adherence to strict food safety and hygiene regulations, including proper handwashing, food storage, and sanitation practices.
• Menu Planning: Ability to plan and prepare balanced and nutritious meals for a crew, taking into account dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Inventory Management: Skill in managing food inventory, placing orders, and minimizing food waste.
• Equipment Operation: Proficiency in using commercial kitchen equipment, such as ovens, stoves, and refrigerators.
• Time Management: Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines, especially during busy periods.
Interpersonal
• Communication: Effective communication skills to interact with fishermen, buyers, and other team members.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others in a fast-paced environment and a confined space.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate data entry and record-keeping.
• Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to changing circumstances, such as unexpected changes in meal plans or ingredient shortages.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve problems, such as equipment malfunctions or data entry errors.
• Stress Management: Ability to work under pressure and maintain a positive attitude.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to work long hours in a demanding physical environment.

Education and Experience
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in the seafood or related industry is a plus.
• Customer service experience is preferred, but not required.
• A valid driver's license is required for this position.
• A proficient computer knowledge of Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel is a huge plus, but not required.
• 1 year certificate from college or other school; or at least three years related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Cooking experience with another maritime company preferred.
• Ability to plan extended menus and order appropriate supplies within budgetary requirements.

Work Environment and Schedule
The kitchen environment can be fast-paced and demanding, requiring individuals to work efficiently under pressure. It involves long hours, often including no days off for a period of time. The work can be physically demanding, requiring standing for extended periods, lifting heavy objects, and working in hot and humid conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the Vessel Cook & Fish Ticket Asst. is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Position requires presence on a fishing vessel in Alaska for the season, spending a significant amount of time on board the vessel in shared courters at sea.

Physical Demands
The role requires the ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, bend, reach, and kneel. The cook must be able to work in a confined space, navigate uneven surfaces, and withstand temperature extremes. The position may involve working in wet and slippery conditions, as well as exposure to cold temperatures. Must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Additionally, the cook must be able to handle the physical stress of working long hours and irregular shifts.

Mental Activities
Excellent in working as a team with good work ethics, good decision-making skills and is occasionally required to use interpersonal skills, mentoring, problem analysis, training, and supervision skills. Able to multitask in a very stressful and fast-paced work environment. Pay attention to details and have a high level of accuracy, be flexible and stress resistant. The employee will occasionally be required to exercise independent judgment and use discretion. Presentation and sharing of information should be handled in a direct, appropriate, and helpful manner. Maintains a reputation for honesty, confidentiality, reliability, and fairness. Is willing to admit mistakes and does not misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Performs work with energy and drive; values planning, but will take quick, decisive action when an opportunity presents itself.

Silver Bay Perks
Benefits and Perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Silver Bay and the state where you work.

• Health Insurance: Seasonal Employees, as well as their families, are eligible for health benefits that include medical, dental and vision benefits once the employee meets the required 1560 hours worked to become benefit eligible. Employees are also eligible to receive basic life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program: Available for employees and their families.
• Other Compensation: Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Silver Bay Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to humanresources@silverbayseafoods.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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