2027 Prep Cook

Under Canvas; Surry (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Employee discounts

Discounted tents

Job summary

Under Canvas in Acadia, Surry, ME, is seeking a 2027 Prep Cook for the seasonal field. As part of our food and beverage team, you will assist in ingredient prep, knife work, and basic cooking to support the dining experience for guests and groups.

This heart-of-house role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adaptability to outdoor elements. You will follow food safety protocols, communicate clearly with teammates, and help plate dishes with consistent quality under variable weather.

Qualifications

• Effective communication with guests and team.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced outdoor environments.
• Experience with knife skills and basic prep is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain composure and take action in unpredictable guest needs and weather.
• Collaborate professionally with guests and the food & beverage team.
• Be knowledgeable about menu ingredients and prep methods for dietary needs.
• Problem solve independently or with the team and supervisor.
• Follow food safety and sanitation protocols to protect guests.
• Deliver quality menu items through confident prep and plating.
• Support other tasks and assist teammates as needed.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.

Skills

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Job description

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2027 Prep Cook

Seasonal Field Acadia, Surry, ME, US

Summary

As a Prep Cook, you are an integral part of our food and beverage team. You will work with other Back of the House team members to deliver on culinary standards. You will support the food & beverage operation with preparation of ingredients using methods such as chopping, slicing, dicing, blending, mixing and basic cooking techniques. This is a heart of the house role, critical to the success of the overall operation. You will keep our guests and team members safe by following food safety and sanitation protocols. Your goal is to work as a team to push out quality dishes to create memorable dining experiences. We cater to a diverse range of guests including groups, families, and individuals varying in age, interests, and with various degrees of comfort in outdoor elements. This is a seasonal, hourly position and includes the option of team member housing for the duration of employment.

• Effective Communication
• Adaptagility

Key Responsibilities

• You maintain composure, take action, are resourceful, and solutions-minded in unpredictable situations such as diverse needs of guests, equipment challenges, weather, and other incidents on property.
• Collaborate and interact professionally with guests, food & beverage team, and other department co-workers.
• Be knowledgeable about menu ingredients and food preparation methods to help navigate guest questions and special dietary needs.
• Demonstrate the ability to problem solve independently or in collaboration with your team and/or supervisor.
• Actively maintain guest safety by following all food safety and sanitation protocols.
• Your culinary passion and commitment to delivering quality menu items will be a critical contribution to positive guest experiences.
• Your positive attitude, ability to listen to team members, and anticipate operational needs will lead to consistently positive guest feedback.
• Contribute to programing by sharing ideas.
• You value teamwork, quickly step in to help others.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and plate dishes with proper prep and portioning in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be obtained by property opening date or before starting any work involving food or alcohol handling
• Teamwork
• Knife skills and experience
• Food preparation

Additional Information

• This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment, when applicable.
• This position requires that the individual is able to lift a minimum of 45lbs independently.
• Physical demands associated with this position include extensive walking, standing, bending, twisting, lifting, and maneuvering in an outdoor environment on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, rain, snow, humidity, and wind.
• This position is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and/or motor vehicle records check, if requested by Under Canvas.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Under Canvas.

Compensation and Benefits

Under Canvas strives to provide a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that addresses the needs of our team members. In addition, they can participate in:

• Health Insurance
• 401K (eligible if work hourly minimum as required by law)
• Heavily discounted tents for Under Canvas family and friends stays
• Bar N Ranch lodge and cabin discounts
• Lifestyle partner brand and industry discounts
• Housing available for employees only (no pets) and is subject to fringe benefit and maintenance fee paycheck deductions
• Employee Assistance Program

Under Canvas is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer who prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind.
With locations near America's most iconic national parks, and backed by KSL Capital Partners, Under Canvas is building a multi-brand platform with ambitious growth plans and a world-class team to support its expansion.