Job Description

Job Type
Part-time
Description

Shee Atika Inc. is seeking an energetic, customer-focused hot dog cart operator to prepare and serve Alaskan Reindeer hot dogs, salmon bites, and other quick menu items while acting as a friendly ambassador for park attractions. This role combines food service skills with salesmanship and cultural story-sharing. The ideal candidate is friendly, engaging, thrives in a fast-paced outdoor environment, ensures food safety, and delivers exceptional hospitality. This position is part-time seasonal and will begin April 1st and continue through mid-October 2026.

Located at the Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal, our hot dog cart provides quick, hot bites to-go. Everything we do is representative of – and helps promote – our primary location, Sheet’ká Rainforest Park. The Park is a cultural outdoor destination that celebrates the beauty of Southeast Alaska and honors the heritage of the Tlingit people. Home to immersive experiences like Treetop Adventure Tours and Salmon Tales, our mission is to provide visitors with authentic connections to the land, the community, and the stories that make Sitka unique through guided tours, cultural programs, high-quality food and exceptional hospitality.

The Hot Dog Cart Operator will be responsible for the following duties, but not limited to:

Food Preparation & Service

• Prepare and serve hot dogs, salmon bites, and other menu items with attention to quality and presentation.
• Maintain high standards of food quality through consistency, presentation, and portion control.

Cart Operations

• Safely operate and maintain the hot dog cart.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Maintain proper inventory, order and manage supplies efficiently
• Set up and break down the truck for service, ensuring cleanliness and organization.

Customer Service & Sales

• Engage guests with warmth and professionalism, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
• Promote and sell park attractions, including Sheet’ká Salmon Tales and Sheet’ká Treetop Adventures, by sharing details and answering questions.
• Respond to guest needs and resolve minor issues quickly and courteously.
• Accurately handle pricing and payment processing for a smooth customer experience.
• Coordinate with Sheet’ká Rainforest Park staff to ensure seamless tour operations, including scheduling transportation and accommodating specific guest needs.

Cultural Storytelling

• Share the story behind the menu, highlighting the heritage and traditions of Sitka and the Tlingit people through food and conversation.
• Introduce visitors to the cultural significance of Sitka’s rainforest, ocean, and tidelands, and their connection to Tlingit heritage.
• 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 experience with, or willing to learn point-of-sales (POS) systems

Candidate must have customer service experience

Candidate must have prior experience in food service or hospitality

Candidate must have Knowledge of Alaska culture and seafood traditions is a plus (training provided).

Candidate must have the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Candidate must have ability to stand for extended periods and able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

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.

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
$20/hr - $25/hr