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Work in the mountains! North Cascades Institute seeks a qualified, enthusiastic individual to become a cook at the North Cascades Environmental Learning Center, an educational field campus in North Cascades National Park. Supervised by the Chef/Food Service Manager, this position works closely with Institute staff, partners and contractors to support a wide array of educational programs for children and adults. This includes the Foodshed Project, our initiative to incorporate local, organic products in the operation of the Learning Center, as well as education programs about food choice, sustainable agriculture, wild edibles and culturally important foods in the Pacific Northwest. This is a seasonal position. The Learning Center is located in North Cascades National Park near Diablo and is approximately 20 miles from the nearest gas station and post office, 60 miles from towns with full amenities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- At least one year of professional food service experience that includes the following:
*Catering and/or institutional style food preparation.
*Maintaining cleanliness and function of food service facilities and equipment.
*Interest in organic and slow food movement.
*Recycling, composting and waste handling.
- Ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks with exemplary time management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to comply with a smoke- and drug-free work environment.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally and walk over uneven terrain.
- Possession of current driver's license with acceptable driving record (driving record for the past 3 years required).
- Background check and criminal history disclosure.
- Washington State food handler's permit.
- Ability to interact with a diverse clientele including school children.
Preferred:
- Previous food service experience at other residential learning centers, camps, schools or similar facilities.
- Experience preparing diverse, health-conscious meals for children and adult groups (up to 80 at a time), including foods that incorporate fresh, local and/or organic ingredients.
- Experience assisting with inventory and ordering tasks.
- Wilderness First Responder, First Aid, or CPR certification.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Food Service and Preparation
- Prepare food for meals typically served buffet-style to children and adult groups (up to 80 at a time)
- Assist with creating age-appropriate menus for children in overnight school programs, using recipes for consistency, cost control and appealing servings that avoid unnecessary waste. These menus will incorporate federal government school lunch program guidelines for children.
- Assist with creating menus for adults and families in overnight programs as well as large group events.
Maintenance and Cleanliness
- Maintain exemplary standards of cleanliness in the dining hall, kitchen, walk-in and food pick-up area.
- Assist in ware-washing program and any interface with youth or adult participants.
- Actively participate in recycling program, composting, use of green materials and local products as related to food service.
Compensation, Benefits and Housing
This is a full-time, non-exempt, seasonal position. Season typically runs from March through October. The pay is DOE hourly wage. Benefits include paid holidays. Rental housing on or near campus is sometimes available. Pets and smoking are not allowed in on-site housing or during programs.
Application Deadline
Position will remain open until filled.
Start Date
September 1, 2010 preferred.
To Apply
Please send letter of interest, resume, salary history and names of three references with current contact information to:
North Cascades Institute
Cook Search
810 State Route 20
Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
E-mail: nci@ncascades.org
Fax: 360-856-1934
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About North Cascades Institute
North Cascades Institute seeks to inspire a closer relationship with nature through direct experiences in the natural world. Our mission is to conserve and restore Northwest environments through education. Since 1986 we have helped connect people, nature and community through science, art, literature and the hands-on study of natural and cultural history. Our goal is to help people of all ages experience and enjoy the mountains, rivers, forests, people and wildlife of the Pacific Northwest – so all will care for and protect this special place.
North Cascades Institute is committed to innovation and excellence in environmental learning and leadership in the nonprofit community. We believe that sustainable communities are built on healthy environments, vibrant economies and social equity. Toward that end, four key themes run through all our programs:
- The convergence of natural and cultural history, science, humanities and the arts
- Human history as integral to the history of landscapes and wild lands
- Respect among individuals and the broader community
- Exploration, reflection and stewardship in the out-of-doors.
Teaching all ages, we offer:
- Seminars and retreats
- School programs and summer youth adventures
- Teacher education and internships
- Volunteer stewardship programs
- Graduate M.Ed. in environmental education.
In 2005, North Cascades Institute opened North Cascades Environmental Learning Center. A partnership with the National Park Service and the City of Seattle, the Learning Center is surrounded by millions of acres of protected public lands. It is a hub of discovery into one of the wildest, most biologically diverse landscapes in North America. Learners of all ages come to explore and participate in innovative programs that inspire and enrich their lives.
North Cascades Institute programs and employment are open to all. The Institute does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual_orientation or disability in any of its policies or programs.
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