Seasonal Breakfast Cook

The Trustees of Reservations; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading non-profit conservation organization is seeking a seasonal Breakfast Cook for their Inn at Castle Hill in Ipswich, Massachusetts. In this role, you will prepare fresh baked pastries, hot breakfast entrees, and maintain a clean work environment. Previous cooking experience and ServSafe certification are required. The position offers flexibility in hours (24-36 hours a week) and involves directly interacting with guests, ensuring a high-quality experience. Join a team committed to conservation and community engagement.

Benefits

40 hours of paid sick time upfront

Free and discounted admission to nearby museums

Discounts on event tickets and merchandise

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience is required.
• Must be ServSafe Certified.
• Positive customer interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh baked pastries and hot breakfasts.
• Maintain organized, clean and sanitary work environment.
• Manage ordering of all food from purveyors.

Skills

Cooking experience

ServSafe Certification

Customer interaction skills

Job description

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non‑profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website, www.thetrustees.org.

Posting Information:

• Salary/Hourly Rate: $20-$24/hour
• Hours per week: 24-36 hours/week
• Job Classification: Limited term, non‑exempt
• Job Type: Onsite
• Duration: April - January
• Location: The Inn at Castle Hill, Ipswich, MA

What You’ll Do:

The Role:

The Inn at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate is seeking candidates for a seasonal Breakfast Cook. As a Breakfast Cook, you will prepare fresh baked pastries and hot breakfasts at the Inn at Castle Hill. You will also need to make cookies/treats for the daily afternoon tea. You will maintain an organized, clean and sanitary work environment. Knowledge of sanitation and food safety is required. All inn staff must be courteous and friendly when interacting with inn guests.

Specifically, you’ll:

• Bake pastry daily
• Prepare fruit plates for guests
• Prepare a hot breakfast entrée of the day
• Make large batches of granola every week
• Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary work area – this includes dishwashing and thorough cleaning of kitchen after breakfast, as needed.
• Prepare cheese plates for guests as ordered
• Manage ordering of all food from purveyors

This is a limited-term, non-exempt position (24-36 hours/week) reporting directly to Assistant Innkeeper and Innkeeper.

What You’ll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• Previous cooking experience is required
• Must be ServSafe Certified
• Positive customer interaction skills

Eligibility Criteria:

• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays are required; access to a car is necessary.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds required. Must be able to climb stairs (no elevator in the building)
• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.
• A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy.
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Don’t quite have all the skills and experience listed above? We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

Questions? Contact our People team at [e-mail]!

Your Benefits:

• Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.
• Reciprocity: Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual preferences, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with varying abilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts, who are at the core of our mission.

The Trustees’ commitment to advancing the organization’s vision for this work may be found here: Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].