Kitchen Crew - Pinkham Notch

Appalachian Mountain Club; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room & Board: $75/week with meals

Insurance available for long-term positions

Paid Time Off: Up to 10 days

30% discount on AMC Merchandise

4 Free nights at AMC locations

Job summary

Appalachian Mountain Club in Gorham, Maine is seeking team members to maintain a clean and welcoming dining environment. Responsibilities include supporting meal services, assisting guests, and completing kitchen duties to uphold health standards.

Candidates must have a strong customer service orientation, flexibility in schedule, and the ability to handle physical demands of the role. Compensation starts at $13.00/hr with various employee perks including room and board, insurance options, and discounts on AMC merchandise.

Qualifications

• Exceptional customer service skills and effective communication required.
• Must be flexible regarding schedule and willing to learn.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and be on feet for 8 hours a day.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of buffet and snack bar.
• Work collaboratively with the cook during meal services.
• Assist guests positively and provide local information.

Skills

Customer service skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Knowledge of White Mountain National Forest

Job description

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the buffet, drink machines, and snack bar during your shifts to ensure cleanliness and well-stocked food options.
• Working in collaboration with the cook on‑duty during meal services to ensure strong communication between front and back of house.
• Assisting guests and visitors in a positive manner.
• Setting up and breaking down meal services, including the completion of side work checklists to ensure smooth transitions between shifts and meal services.
• Dishwashing, cleaning and organizing.
• Supporting inventory and order tasks.
• Interacting with guests regarding local information, lodge amenities, organizational efforts and programs.
• Greeting, assisting, and serving customers at mealtimes.
• Cleaning, sanitizing, and inspecting all kitchen and dining areas daily to exceed NH Board of Health standards.
• Leading or assisting "dinner talks" to keep all guests informed on the opportunities that evening.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Work up to 38 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience preferred; willingness and interest to learn required.
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively and kindly.
• Flexibility regarding schedule is required.
• Knowledge of the White Mountain National Forest area is desirable.
• Must be a team player, detail oriented, well organized, highly flexible, adaptable, and resourceful.
• Physical abilities needed: Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, bend and kneel, and ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $13.00/hr

We are committed to fair compensation practices and encourage qualified candidates to apply. The starting salary reflects a starting point, with final compensation based on experience, education, skills and geographic differential.

• Room & Board: Dorm-style room for $75/week – meals included, too!
• 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.

Legal

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.