Seasonal Prep Cook - Cold River Camp

APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB • North Chatham, NH

6d • $12 - $12 • Onsite

About The Position

The Appalachian Mountain Club (www.outdoors.org) is the oldest conservation and recreation organization in the United States at almost 150 years old. The AMC mission is to foster the protection, enjoyment and understanding of the outdoors, with a focus on the mountains, forests, rivers, and trails from Maine to Virginia. The AMC encourages the involvement of all people in its mission and activities, through its membership, programs, lodges, huts, and volunteer camps & cabins as well as its policies, and procedures. Cold River Camp (CRC) is a volunteer camp and cabin that has been operating for just over 105 years and is on the Maine/ New Hampshire border tucked away in peaceful Evans Notch. Cold River Camp is a full-service AMC facility offering individual cabin accommodation. White Mountain National Forrest (WMNF) rivers, ponds, back roads, and hiking trails surround Cold River Camp where guests launch daily adventures and outdoor exploration. Family-style meals are served in the lodge dining room for breakfast and dinner and a trail lunch is put out fresh each morning for guests to assemble their own lunches to their preference. Guests, who consist of individuals, couples, small friend groups, large and small families, stay for week-long sessions from late June through Labor Day. More information about Cold River camp can be found by visiting www.outdoors.org or www.amccoldrivercamp.org. Summary Description The Prep Cook’s main responsibility is to assist the Head Cook (HC) and Assistant Cook (AC) in all aspects of the food service at Cold River Camp. The Prep Cook’s position reports directly to the HC, AC, and Manager(s). The Prep cook helps with food deliveries, organization, and maintaining cleanliness of all the kitchen spaces. The Prep cook also helps prepare the lunch table, breakfast and dinner and assists during meal service to ensure timely and accurate meal delivery. The Prep Cook should be able to effectively assume most responsibilities of the AC in their absence to assist in food service and delivery. The work week is typically composed of split shifts that run between 5:30am and 8pm with 2 days off per week coordinated with the other staff. Room and Board are Provided

Requirements

• Prior food service or kitchen experience
• Physical ability to carry up to 40 pounds and walk, stand, sit, lift 25 pounds from floor to waist high and to perform all work responsibilities without assistance
• Meet New Hampshire Health Codes and Standards by always maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, dry-storage, refrigerator, and freezers. Meet updated cleaning and PPE requirements related to COVID-19
• Ability to be a team player with a detail-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work self-directed at times with an eye to detail
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds in an inclusive environment

Nice To Haves

• First Aid certification, not required but helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, baking, and cooking as directed specifically by HC, AC, or management
• Heavy focus in kitchen cleanliness, maintaining local, state, and federal guidelines
• Heavy focus on kitchen safety as directed and promoting this throughout the croo
• Assist in all aspects of food delivery, unloading, and organization of the kitchen
• Be knowledgeable about responsibilities of the Assistant Cook and effectively assume some of those responsibilities when the Assistant Cook is absent or acting as Head Cook
• Bring any issues or concerns to the attention of the Head Cook, Assistant Cook, or Manager(s) in a timely manner to minimize any effects on food service/quality.
• Other duties as assigned by HC, AC or management which will contribute to the overall success of camp operations

Benefits

• Room & Board: Cabin-style room and meals included
• Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30 hours per week
• Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
• Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service
• Other Team Member Perks: 30% discount on AMC Merchandise Free Annual AMC Membership 4 Free nights at AMC locations Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees