SAI - Lunch Host Server (Part-time, Seasonal)

Job Type Part-time Description

Shee Atika Inc. is seeking a friendly and professional Lunch Host to welcome guests and provide outstanding dining service during lunch experiences at Sheet’ká Salmon Tales. This role combines hospitality, customer service, and cultural engagement to ensure visitors enjoy a memorable meal in a beautiful setting. This position is part-time seasonal and will begin April 1st and continue through mid-October 2026.

Sheet’ká Salmon Tales is a mobile culinary experience celebrating the rich flavors of Alaska’s wild salmon and local ingredients. Our mission is to share the story of Sitka’s heritage and traditional foods through delicious, high-quality meals served with exceptional hospitality.

The Lunch Host Server will be responsible for the following duties, but not limited to:

• Guest Experience
  • Greet guests for lunch service with warmth and professionalism.
  • Provide menus, explain meal options, and answer questions about local ingredients.
• Food & Beverage Service
  • Set up service station for fast, efficient food service.
  • Set up Toppings Bar, keep clean and stocked throughout service hours.
  • Process payments.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining areas before, during, and after service.
• Customer Service
  • Respond to guest needs and resolve minor issues quickly and courteously.
  • Assist with special requests and dietary accommodations when possible.
• Team Support
  • Collaborate with kitchen staff and other team members to ensure smooth service.
  • Assist with opening and closing duties, including restocking supplies, polishing silverware, and general cleaning tasks
  • Assist with food prep and other kitchen duties as needed.
  • Share the story behind the menu, highlighting the heritage and traditions of Sitka and the Tlingit people through food and conversation.
  • Introduce guests to the cultural significance of salmon and other traditional foods, the rainforest, and Tlingit heritage in a respectful and engaging way.
  • Serve as an ambassador for local culture, ensuring every interaction reflects respect and authenticity.

Requirements

Minimum Candidate Requirements

Candidate must have authorization to work for any US employer without employer sponsorship.

Candidate must have or the ability to obtain the Alaska Food Worker Card (within 14 days of hire)

Candidate must have knowledge of Sitka's history, culture and local foods (training will be provided)

Candidate must have ability to stand for extended periods, work outdoors and able to regularly lift up to 25lbs.

Candidate must have experience with, or willing to learn point-of-sales (POS) systems

Candidate must have customer service experience

About SAI:

Shee Atiká In. (SAI) maintains an outstanding work environment that includes competitive compensation and challenging work assignments with opportunities for advancement/career growth. To be considered for employment opportunities you must complete an online application.

Our Mission

We deliver meaningful value to our shareholders, people, partners and customers.

Our Values

We are open, honest, and trustworthy

We respect all beliefs and perspectives

We work together as one team

We are committed to excellence in all that we do

We are responsible and accountable for our actions

Our Vision

Our people thrive, prosper and are self-sustaining. We inspire and hold each other up through meaningful connections to our land, ocean, traditions and heritage.

EEO Statement

SAI is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

For further information on our equal opportunity protections as part of the employment process:

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

Shareholder Hire

SAI accords a hiring preference to qualified shareholders of its parent corporation, Shee Atiká Incorporated, an Alaska Native corporation, in accordance with and in implementation of applicable law, including without limitation 43 U.S.C. §1626(g).

Accessibility:

SAI is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation SAI can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to sgs-hr@sheeatikagov.com

Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis.

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Salary Description $15/hr - $18/hr