Food Service Supervisor, Field Camp

About the role

The position of Food Service Supervisor (Field Camp) is available for the Austral Summer (Summer 2026-2027) season. The role is based at McMurdo Station, Antarctica Field Camp under the sector/department Gana-A'Yoo Services Corporation (GSC) Antarctica. Reporting to the Culinary Manager, this position oversees the production and quality of meals in a remote and challenging environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall quality, preparation, production and presentation of all food in camp.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas, equipment and tools in a professional manner.
• Self-motivated and able to motivate others in remote, physically challenging and atypical work environments.
• Functions as senior food services representative.
• Adapts to difficult situations and limited resources during camp set up and take down.
• Monitors water level in kitchen, assists in keeping snow for water production.
• Monitors food storage conditions and shovels excess snow as needed.
• Coordinates food pulls from cargo line and freezer cave, monitors snack items for warming huts, and monitors freezer cave access.
• Maintains wholesomeness of all food products, communicates with Sous Chefs for timely utilization of leftovers, and plans menus.
• Communicates with customers for feedback and makes adjustments to food quality, service, and menu selection.
• Conducts production meetings and menu planning meetings, monitors ingredient availability, and ensures proper labeling and dating of food.
• Maintains superior sanitation and safety standards within the kitchen, serving area, and dining area.
• Maintains waste minimization procedures and oversees proper disposal of food waste.
• Trains personnel on equipment use and cleaning.
• Makes production adjustments based on population changes and informs Sous Chefs of relevant events.
• Keeps accurate inventories of food service equipment and food items.
• Maintains morale among staff and recommends improvements to the Camp Supervisor.
• Assigns tasks and projects to personnel as needed.
• Evaluates daily food service operations and assists in all areas of the kitchen, serving, and dining areas.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and reports incidents.

Requirements

• High school education or GED required.
• Graduate of a culinary arts or apprenticeship program preferred.
• Five years supervisory experience in high volume food service capacity accepted in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 7 years cooking experience, with 3 years supervisory responsibilities in high volume facilities.
• Current ServSafe Food Handler certificate required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Qualifications

• Able to stand for up to 12 hours a day.
• Able to lift safety regulation maximum from the floor to a table or cart in a safe manner.

Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to difficult situations and limited resources.
• Experience in a remote, physically demanding environment.
• Knowledge of proper food handling and safety practices.
• Ability to plan and execute menus efficiently.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage inventory and maintain cleanliness.

Benefits

Details about benefits are not specified in the job posting.

Pay

$1188 - $1324 per week

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.

Additional Information

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited (GYL) is an Alaska Native Corporation offering services with ongoing contracts in various facility types. GYL partners with ESS Support Services, a Division of Compass Group, to provide operational management support. Compass Group supports payroll and benefits. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.