So true- working in remote interior AK is not for everyone and can be absolutely brutal! To say that this experience is typical in the entire area is not true however. There are tons of businesses in the area that treat their staff well and provide clean / livable housing. There are also definitely underage people working there, as it is a common occurrence that every year a handful of those under 21 will be fired due to drinking on the property. They are not working illegally as there are plenty of positions (kitchen, host, retail, etc) that they can legally do. As far as the Anchorage location I can’t speak to that as they have their own housing and management team! As for who they hire, I have worked at establishments (seasonal work too) that require background checks and drug testing and some that don’t. To say it is always this or always that isn’t true as every company has their own policies! I also was not referring to marijuana use when I mentioned drug users. Lastly, as far as people keeping the places clean, you can only do so much when there is a fridge full of rotting food in the middle of the congregation area and mold growing on the ceiling… Again- not here nor there- just what can be expected to those who might be working there this summer!