Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence.

At Trident Seafoods, we work together for something bigger than ourselves. From nourishing the world with the best protein on earth to protecting our oceans, serving our fishermen, and supporting communities in Alaska and beyond, here, you’ll find a values-driven culture where your growth matters, your work has purpose and your contributions are recognized and appreciated—because at Trident, we believe meaningful work connects us all.

Summary:

This position supports all Food & Beverage service functions, assisting in oversight of daily operations. Ensures efficient meal service and maintains high hygiene standards. Depending on location, this position may hold supervisory responsibilities, or strongly support the Food & Beverage Manager.

Note:  Dining Hall Foreperson I residing in Trident housing will be subject to a co-pay of fifteen dollars per day for room and board, for each day that at least eight hours of work is offered.

Essential functions (responsibilities, tasks, supervisory needs)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Maintains proper food safety procedures (temperature checks , food storage techniques,  safe food handling practices; ) and training of staff in proper procedures. 
• Maintains all standards per DEC, OSHA regulations.
• Leads the food & beverage staff, trains and communicates safety and cleanliness standards, trains staff in food preparation.
• Assists in guiding the staff in the preparation of  all meals; breakfast, lunch and dinner, midnight meal. while and maintaining consistent food standards and menus.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of  foodstuffs in quantities according to menu plan and number of persons to be served.
• Oversees or assists the staff in the serving of meals and portion control.
• Places weekly food & supply orders; oversee reconciliation of food orders, ensures food items are stored properly and all food safety handling standards are met; resolves discrepancies on  food orders with supplier and purchasing, partners with Quality Control personnel on audits and resolution of issues (kitchen equipment issues), liaisons with other departments on an on going basis to ensure efficient and complete  operation of food services.
• Partners with operations leadership to coordinate the Food & Beverage staff according to operational variances - i.e. staffing changes, production changes.
• Directs activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• May also perform routine and deep cleaning of the kitchen.

Employees working in Alaska are advised to have medical insurance coverage which is valid in the State of Alaska.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. More information can be found at https://www.tridentseafoods.com/benefits.

Required Qualifications (education, years of experience, KSAs)

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Basic knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Must have current Certified Food Protection manager card.
• Has worked in a Lead III position at Trident location in the past year
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Preferred education and experience

• Bilingual preferred.

Additional eligibility requirements (language skills, training, certifications, DL, licensing):

• Collaborates positively to achieve team and company objectives. 
• Works effectively within a diverse environment and builds strong relationships that support fellow employees in contributing to the overall success of the company.

Work environment (includes travel/on-call):

• Fast-paced position supporting multiple shifts at a seafood processing facility.
• Exposure to varying temperatures and noisy surroundings.

Physical demands:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Basic agility for swift movement in the kitchen.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, including F-1 STEM-OPT authorization.

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Trident Seafoods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Trident Seafoods and its subsidiaries have adopted a drug-free workplace policy. Working under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol is not permitted.

Employment with Trident Seafoods is contingent upon the candidate maintaining valid immigration status and work authorization throughout employment, with or without immigration sponsorship by the company.