49th State Brewing – Denali
49th State Brewing – Denali
At the 49th State - Denali, the cultural layers of Alaska unfold around you. Delve into the long tradition of brewing with our award-winning beer, and explore a menu filled with freshly sourced Alaskan products - welcoming to locals and tourists alike, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at the 49th State.
Our business is at the doorstep to Denali National Park. You will be working in an environment where you will see something new or meet someone new daily. Most people come for adventure and are not disappointed. We have nearly 24 hours of sunlight and finish the season with northern lights. For those interested in outdoor activities, we have many perks included.
- Location
- Alaska
- Season
- Spring, Summer, and Fall
- Staff size
- 200+
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Employee Housing: Bi-weekly rent includes one bed in a shared double room, with heat, electricity, transportation to work, and wifi. Shower and restroom facilities are located in a separate building. We also have dry cabins available for those of you who love to camp! At a lesser rate and includes all the above except electricity. There is a charging station for your electronics. Sorry, no bonfires or flames of any kind on the Hillside! There is a $200 refundable housing deposit required.
- Family housing available
- No
- Single occupancy housing available
- No
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- Some meals / discounts
- Cell phone service
- Some, ask for details
- Internet access
- Good
About 49th State Brewing – Denali
Northern Hospitality Group / Denali Visions 3000 is a locally owned and operated company that boasts the Top 4 independent restaurants in Denali:
- 49th State Brewing
- Prospectors Pizzeria and Alehouse
- The Overlook Restaurant @ Denali Crows Nest Cabins
- Denali Crows Nest Cabins
The Employee Experience
After one season you'll be a fountain of beer knowledge benefiting you for years to come. You'll have created lifelong friendships with people from all over the world, which comes in handy when it comes time to travel. Not to mention you'll be working in one of the most beautiful states, we have snow-capped mountains and salmon-filled rivers.
Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate is:
- Responsible
- Ambitious
- Personable
- Honest
- Dependable
- Adventurous
Room and Board
Employee Housing:
Bi-weekly rent includes one bed in a shared double room, with heat, electricity, transportation to work, and wifi. Shower and restroom facilities are located in a separate building.
We also have dry cabins available for those of you who love to camp! At a lesser rate and includes all the above except electricity. There is a charging station for your electronics. Sorry, no bonfires or flames of any kind on the Hillside!
There is a $200 refundable housing deposit required.
Employee Perks
Denali Locations Offers:
- Guided Hikes
- Employee Parties
- Free shuttle transportation in the area
- Discounts on local tours and activities
- Being Located in a National Park
- Local Shows/Festivals
Getting Here and Getting Around
By Plane: arrive in Anchorage on your start date at 9:00 AM for orientation. We will have access to a $20 shuttle transport to Denali (about a 5-hour ride).
By Car: For the more adventurous.
We DO NOT provide or pay for transport to get to Anchorage.
For Fun
Lots of outdoor activities:
- Hiking
- Mountain Biking
- Rafting
- Camping
- Flight Seeing
- ATV Tours
Current Job Openings
- Provide excellent customer service to our patrons.
- Performs a variety of routine beverage preparation tasks at the start, end and throughout their shift.
- Processes beverage and food orders and processes customer payments.
- Prepares orders and serves customers.
- Team players.
- Must be over 21 years old.
- High school completion or equivalent certification.
- Proficiency in the use of computer business applications, with working knowledge of computerized point of sales (POS) systems.
- We work with Micros systems.
- Working knowledge of cocktail preparation is preferred.
- Applicants are expected to be well versed in mixing drinks, shots and have basic beer and wine knowledge.
- Ability to comply with company health and safety requirements.
- Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and written, with customers, employees and management.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Available to work any shift.
- 3 years minimum experience in positions involving cocktail beverage preparation and serving.
- Current TAMS card is required.
- Must have a valid Alaska Food Handlers card.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- Performs a variety of entry-level restaurant tasks.
- Cleans and resets tables.
- Removes food and beverage service utensils and items.
- Responsible for taking buss cart to the dish room and unloading it.
- Should ensure the cleanliness of tables and assist servers to make sure guest have a great experience.
- Performs a variety of entry-level dishwashing tasks
- Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glass, tableware and other cooking utensils and place them in racks to send through dish machine
- Sort and stack clean dishes. Carry clean dishes to cook’s line and other proper storage areas. Rewash soiled dishes before delivering
- Routinely cleans the kitchen area, including the equipment
- High school completion or equivalent certification.
- Ability to communicate clearly (verbal and written) with employees and management
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and maintain an attention to detail, while working in a team or group environment.
- Prior experience in dishwashing position is preferred
- Must be able to lift over 50 lbs
- Must be able to stand for an entire 8 hour shift
- Must have a valid Alaska Food Handlers card (this must be obtained within 30 days of hire date, violation will result in lost hours until the proper documentation is provided)
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- High school completion or equivalent certification.
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, maintain an attention to detail, while working in a team or group environment.
- Some experience in positions involving customer service or food and beverage service is normally preferred for this job.
- Performs a variety of advanced food preparation tasks
- Routinely, prepares and stocks the food assembly line for service, and in addition, replenishes the service line, as needed
- Accurately assembles food in a timely manner, as ordered, during all meal services
- Observes company health, sanitation, and food quality policies
- Assists with cleaning and sanitation of kitchen and food items
- Works to produce food items so tickets can be sold hot and together.
- Communication.
- Critical Evaluation.
- Relationship Management.
- Ethical Practice.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Alaska Food Handlers card
- Previous experience as a cook.
- Knowledge of kitchen recipes and techniques.
- Work with the executive chef to produce diversified menus in accordance with the restaurant’s policy and vision
- Conceptualize new dishes which appeal to clients
- Establish the working schedule and organize the work in the kitchen so that everything works like a “well-oiled machine”
- Produce high quality dishes that follow up the established menu and level up to location’s standards, as well as to clients’ requirements
- Plan the food design in order to create a perfect match between the dish’s aspect and its taste
- Discover talented staff and train them in order to reach the high standards of the location
- Train the auxiliary kitchen staff in order to provide best results in minimum time and using at the maximum the available resources
- Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours
- Create tasting menus for clients interested in contracting the food for different events (wedding, banquets, corporate dinners, birthday parties, etc.) from their kitchen
- Developing a cross-marketing strategy in order to increase profit, such as pairing drinks with the food served
- Make sure the hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation, starting with the ingredients and ending with the finished dish which leaves the kitchen door
- Make sure that the professional equipment is in good conditions and signal any malfunction before it affects the staff or the clients
- Routinely, prepares and stock the food assembly line for service, and in addition, replenishes the service line, as needed
- Accurately assembles food in timely manner, as ordered, during all meal services
- Observes company health, sanitation, and food quality policies
- Ability to communicate clearly (verbal and written) with employees and management
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and maintain an attention to detail while working in a team or group environment
- Communication
- Critical Evaluation
- Relationship Management
- Ethical Practice
- Honesty
- Leadership
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Performs a variety of advanced food preparation tasks
- Routinely, prepares and stocks the food assembly line for service, and in addition, replenishes the service line, as needed
- Accurately assembles food in a timely manner, as ordered, during all meal services
- Observes company health, sanitation, and food quality policies
- Assists with cleaning and sanitation of kitchen and food items
- Culinary degree or equivalent certification
- Proficiency in the use of computer business applications, with working knowledge of computerized restaurant point of sales (POS) systems is preferred
- Ability to communicate clearly (verbal and written) with employees and management
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and maintain an attention to detail while working in a team or group environment
- One year of experience in position(s) involving commercial food preparation.
- Must be able to lift over 50 lbs
- Must be able to stand for an entire 8 hour shift
- Must have a valid Alaska Food Handlers card (this must be obtained within 30 days of hire date, violation will result in lost hours until the proper documentation is provided)
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- Perform routine building maintenance duties, including painting, minor electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, and heating and ventilation systems maintenance
- Clean interior of the building, as well as machinery and equipment, and exterior of the building
- Complete administrative duties, such as filling out forms and reporting maintenance statuses to supervisor
- Comply with all safety and health regulations
- Keep inventory of maintenance and cleaning supplies and equipment, and report needs to supervisor
- Respond to emergency calls for maintenance and repairs, as directed by management.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues
- Work with and maintain relationships with contracted vendors
- High school diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience
- Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems (including relevant equipment and tools) is a plus
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift or move heavy equipment
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other manuals and documents
- Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from supervisors
- May be required to work outside of normal work hours
- Perform opening, mid and closing shift duties
- Manage daily operations including cleanliness, organization, revenue opportunities and staffing
- Exercise discretion and independent judgment in facilitating zone management
- Ability to quickly and accurately identify critical information and make independent judgments in accordance with the philosophies and business practices of the Company.
- Manage guest relations and guest recovery
- Provide exceptional guest service, thereby setting the standard for all employees
- Monitor staff performance and hold staff accountable for their performance, ensuring guest's experiences meet the gold standard
- Make hiring and termination recommendations to General Manager.
- Train, coach, develop and discipline all front-of-house employees through ongoing feedback and the establishment of performance expectations
- Participate in on-going education for team members including creating training programs
- Manage supplies deliveries and inventory and maintain records of invoices
- Ensure safety & sanitation
- Ensure restaurant and bar is in complete compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
- Observe employees to ensure the safe service of alcohol
- Accurately execute company initiatives and policies with improvement to quality, service, and operations
- Excellent service skills
- Must possess a strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a high stress, faced-paced environment
- Must possess strong leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to build relationships and manage staff (at all levels)
- High personal integrity, professionalism and maturity
- Proven problem-solving abilities
- Excellent math, reading, writing and communication skills
- Must be able to walk and stand for entire shift, up to 12 hours
- Must be able to continuously reach, bend, and stretch
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Current TAPs and Food Handler or ServSafe Certifications
- At least 1-year experience in a high volume ($3-$5 million), casual/upscale restaurant is strongly preferred but not required
- Experience in a supervisory or management role preferred but not required
- Commensurate with experience
Bartender
Job Duties:
Job Requirements:
Server's Assistant
Server Assistant
Season dates: April 26, 2023 - September 30, 2023
CDL Shuttle Drivers
Requires CDL License with passenger endorsement Class B Drug Test Required, a good driving record, and no alcohol related injuries. The bus driver position includes driving guest & employees from destination to destination with in a 12-mile loop.
Season dates: May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Utility Dishwasher
About You
Dishwashers are responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for china, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, etc., using machine and manual cleaning methods. This position also ensures the dishwashing area is maintained as a clean, safe and sanitary facility. In addition, they are responsible for filling soaking tubs with clean solution, maintaining the dishwashing machine, and conducting general kitchen/restaurant cleaning as needed. Dishwashers are also responsible for the removal of trash and garbage to the dumpsters. They will promote safety culture in all areas in the work place, including food safety, customer safety, and the safety of team members.
Job Duties (may include, but are not limited to):
Job Requirements:
Performs a variety of entry-level restaurant tasks. Greets and serves guests, removes food and beverage service utensils and items. Cleans and resets tables.
Job Requirements:
Front Desk Attendant
The front desk's primary duties are answering phones, taking room reservations, checking guests into their cabins, cashing checks, picking up guests from the train depot, placing guests to go and employee meal orders and selling tours and t-shirts.
Season dates: May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Greeter
Greet arriving guests, welcome them into the establishment and seat them. The hosts’ duties include: monitoring the open dining sections of the restaurant for empty and cleaned tables, estimating wait times for guests, monitoring the guest waiting list, and answering phone and booking reservations.
Season dates: May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Housekeeper
Someone who pays attention to the details and can ensure a consistent clean and inviting atmosphere for our guests. Responsible for the housekeeping cabins, restrooms, surrounding areas, laundering the linens and communicating with management about any accommodations or concerns for guests.
Season dates: May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Line Cooks
SERVICE FEE AND COMPLETION BONUSES PLUS HOURLY RATE! Flight to Alaska included for qualified applicants.
About You
Line Cooks are responsible for preparation, assembly, and final presentation of ingredients according to the 49th State Brewing Company’s recipes and specifications and ensuring the quality of cooked/prepared food by testing them. These individuals will utilize a large range of kitchen skills, including: slicing, grinding, frying, and baking during food service. Line cooks are also responsible for the detection and disposal of unattractive and spoiled foods. They will promote safety culture in all areas in the work place, including food safety, customer safety, and the safety of team members.
Job Duties (may include, but are not limited to):
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This position operates in restaurant/kitchen setting. There are stairs and uneven surfaces. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. The employee may be exposed to hazards including, but are not limited to, slipping, tripping, and falls. Kitchens can be hot, noisy and stressful line cooks need to be able to work efficiently and quickly to be successful. It can be dangerous connect with sharp hot tools can result in cuts, bruises and burns being a part of the shift. Frequent hand washing is required due to staff interactions in food prep areas. Job responsibilities may include working outdoors in the Denali, Alaska area in Spring and Fall, when temperatures are at or below freezing and walking surfaces may be slippery.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching. The position requires moving of products weighing up to 30 pounds.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
Hours and days range due to level of business. During high season expect full work weeks with hours before open and close. Slower periods might result in shorter shifts and lighter workload.
Travel
None required for this position.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None required for this position.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be authorized to work in the US
AAP/EEO Statement
Northern Hospitality Group and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Prep Cooks
About You
Prep Cooks are responsible for preparation of cooking ingredients according to the 49th State Brewing Company’s recipes and specifications that will be utilized by the Line cooks during meal service. These individuals will follow prep lists created by chefs to plan duties, which could include basic kitchen tasks such as: measuring ingredients to be used in recipes, washing and chopping produce, mixing sauces, parboiling food, and ensuring the quality of cooked/prepared food by testing them. Prep cooks are responsible for the detection and disposal of spoiled foods that do not meet the company’s standards. They will promote safety culture in all areas in the work place, including food safety, customer safety, and the safety of team members.
Job Duties (may include, but are not limited to):
● Performs a variety of entry-level food preparation tasks
● Routinely, prepares and processes food and beverages for cooking or service
● Cleans and washes food items
● Maintain proper labeling and storage of all ingredients
● Observes company health, sanitation and food quality policies
● Assists with cleaning and sanitation of kitchen and food items
Job Requirements:
● High school completion or equivalent certification
● Working knowledge of computerized restaurant point of sales (POS) systems is desired.
● Ability to communicate clearly (verbal and written) with employees and management
● Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and maintain an attention to detail, while working in a team or group environment
● Some experience in position(s) involving food preparation is preferred
● Must be able to lift over 50 lbs
● Must be able to stand for an entire 8 hour shift
● Must have a valid Alaska Food Handlers card (this must be obtained within 30 days of hire date, violation will result in lost hours until the proper documentation is provided) ● Must be eligible to work in the United States
Restaurant Manager
Responsible to oversee all daily operations. Candidates must have prior restaurant experience leading a team, working in a customer facing establishment and have strong customer service skills. This is a fast pace work environment, restaurant experience is a must.
Season dates: May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Server
We’re a fast-paced restaurant serving authentic Alaskan cuisine, and we hold our wait staff accountable to a high level of service standards. Only experienced wait staff need apply. Banquet experience is helpful. Our system is automated for efficiency. Must be 21+ to serve alcohol.
Season dates: May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
About US
Our vision is to: Share Alaska with the world.
Our mission is to: Transform our community with innovation and creativity through the best locally crafted goods and legendary hospitality in Alaska!
Our Core values: Be Legendary, Be Honorable, Be One Team.
We own and operate several restaurants, hotels, and breweries in Anchorage and Denali National Park. Link to our website: https://www.northernhospitalitygroup.com/
We are a fast-growing company and are searching for strong leaders that believe in our vision, will accomplish our mission, and live our core values.
Kitchen Manager
End of season bonus, manager meals, free housing, and travel assistance!
About You:
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for preparation, assembly, and final presentation of ingredients according to the 49th State Brewing Company’s recipes and specifications and ensuring the quality of cooked/prepared food by testing them. These individuals will utilize a large range of kitchen skills, including, slicing, grinding, frying, and baking during food service. This chef is also responsible for the detection and disposal of unattractive and spoiled foods. You will promote safety culture in all areas in the workplace, including food safety, customer safety, and the safety of team members.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies
Supervisory Responsibility?
This position is responsible for all kitchen employees.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
$1,000 dollar completion bonus, manager meals, free housing, and travel assistance!
About YOU
The Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM) is responsible for preparation, assembly, and final presentation of ingredients according to the 49th State Brewing Company’s recipes and specifications and ensuring the quality of cooked/prepared food by testing them. AKM's utilize a large range of kitchen skills, including: slicing, grinding, frying, and baking during food service. Line cooks, which you will train and supervise, are also responsible for the detection and disposal of unattractive and spoiled foods. You will promote safety culture in all areas in the work place, including food safety, customer safety, and the safety of team members.
Job Duties (may include, but are not limited to):
Job Requirements:
Maintenance Assistant
About Us:
Our vision is to: Share Alaska with the world. Our mission is to: Transform our community with innovation and creativity through the best locally crafted goods and legendary hospitality in Alaska!
Our Core values: Be Legendary, Be Honorable, Be One Team.
We own and operate several restaurants, hotels, and brewers in Anchorage and Denali National Park. Link to our website: https://www.northernhospitalitygroup.com/
We are a fast-growing company and are searching for strong leaders that believe in our vision, will accomplish our mission, and live our core values.
About You:
Northern Hospitality Group (NHG)/49th State Brewing is seeking an experienced Maintenance Assistant to join our existing top-notch team. If you're a passionate self-starter, NHG is a great place to get ahead. The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for working directly with the Maintenance Manager, and performing general maintenance and repair of the building, grounds, and equipment. Primary responsibilities will involve help with electrical, plumbing, and carpentry assistants, and assistance with other projects assigned to the maintenance team.
Responsibilities for Maintenance Assistant
Qualifications for Maintenance Assistant
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching. The position requires moving of products weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to stand for 8 hour shifts
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
Hours and days range due to level of business. During high season expect full work weeks with hours before open and close. Slower periods might result in shorter shifts and lighter workload.
EEO Statement
Northern Hospitality Group and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Front of House Manager
$1,000 dollar completion bonus, manager meals, free housing, and travel assistance!
About You
The FOH Manager is responsible for managing all front-of-house (FOH) operations in conjunction with the back-of-house (BOH) in the restaurant during opening, mid and closing shifts. Key responsibilities include coaching, developing and disciplining team members during service, managing the guest experience to ensure that it is always up to the gold standard overseeing the quality of our food and beverages, and supervising the overall restaurant flow and experience on a shift-by-shift basis. The FOH Manager is charged with ensuring service at the highest level and never letting standards slip. The FOH Manager’s focus is improving internal operations to solidify and optimize performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Shift Execution
Guest Relations Management
Personnel Management
Operational Execution
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Essential Physical Requirements
Education and Certifications
Experience
Salary
Contact Info
- Human Resources
- hr@nhgalaska.com
- (907) 302-4433
- www.49thstatebrewing.com
