SEASONAL DATES: June 10, 2024 - August 24, 2024
Ready to dive into epic outdoor adventures and make a positive impact on the environment? Look no further than the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) - the oldest conservation, education, and recreation organization in the USA! Our passion for the outdoors knows no bounds, and we want YOU to be a part of it. As an employee, you'll unlock access to exciting programs, policies, and procedures that empower you to make a real difference. Join the AMC team now and embark on the journey of a lifetime!
Operating for over 100 years, Cold River camp is on the Maine/ New Hampshire border tucked away in peaceful Evans Notch. White Mountain National Forrest (WMNF) Cold River Camp is a full-service AMC facility offering individual cabin accommodations with plenty of nearby rivers, ponds, back roads, and hiking trails where guests can depart for daily adventures and outdoor exploration. Family-style meals are served in the lodge dining room. Guests stay for week-long sessions from mid-June through late August.
The Assistant Cook’s main responsibility is to assist the Head Cook in all aspects of the food service at Cold River Camp. The Assistant Cook’s position reports directly to the Head Cook and Manager(s) and helps supervise the Prep Cook and the Crew assigned to the kitchen. The Assistant Cook should be able to effectively assume all responsibilities in the absence of the Head Cook. The work week is composed of shifts that run between 5:00am and 8:30pm with 2 days off per week coordinated with the other staff. All staff are required to work Saturdays throughout the summer season.
More information about Cold River camp can be found by visiting www.outdoors.org or www.amccoldrivercamp.org.
What you’ll be doing at AMC
- Assist the Head Cook in menu planning, food preparation, ordering, kitchen cleanliness and safety as directed.
- Supervise Prep Cook and Crew while in the kitchen.
- Be knowledgeable of the Head Cook’s responsibilities and effectively assume them all in their absence.
- Bring any issues or concerns to the attention of the Head Cook or Manager(s).
- Other duties as assigned.