Summary of Position

North Cascades Institute seeks a qualified, enthusiastic professional food service assistant to join our Kitchen Team for the summer season through September 30, 2023. Based out of the Institute’s field campus in North Cascades National Park, this position supports food services at the North Cascades Environmental Learning Center, which serves up to 100 children and/or adults per day most weeks. This position works closely with many Institute staff, partners and contractors to support a wide array of educational programs. This includes the Foodshed Project, the Institute’s initiative to incorporate local, organic products in the operation of the Learning Center.

Responsibilities

Food Service and Preparation:

• Assists in the preparation of food on a daily basis for meals typically served buffet-style.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, sanitary work space in the dining hall, including warewashing, meal prep tasks, and dining hall maintenance and janitorial work.
• Other duties as assigned by the Food Services Manager or Learning Center Director.

Maintenance and Cleanliness:

• Maintains exemplary standards of cleanliness in the dining hall, kitchen and walk-in.
• Assists in ware-washing program and customer service.
• Actively participates in recycling program, composting, use of green materials and local products as related to food service.

General:

• Participates in general staff responsibilities such as staff meetings, hands to work, and risk management.
• Support equity initiatives at North Cascades Institute and actively contribute to NCI as a community of belonging that is welcoming and accessible to everyone. Develop a personal equity, diversity, and inclusion related goal(s) and track progress towards your goal(s) with your supervisor.
• Participates in strategic planning, annual picnic, and other duties as assigned by the Learning Center Director.

Start Date

As soon as possible.

Job Duration

Start date - September 30, 2023.

Application Deadline

Position will remain open until filled.

To Apply

Please apply online on our website be clicking the "Apply Now" tab at the bottom of this page.

Complete the online application and upload a resume and a cover letter pertinent to this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a high priority at North Cascades Institute. The Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, age, citizenship or any other basis prohibited by law in any of its policies or programs.

About the North Cascades Institute

North Cascades Institute's mission is to inspire environmental stewardship through transformative learning experiences in nature. 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 and backgrounds 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 a respected leader among U.S. environmental education organizations, and we believe that sustainable communities are built on healthy environments, vibrant economies and social equity. The Institute is in sound financial health with a $4 million budget and strong reserves, and 15 four-star ratings with Charity Navigator for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.
Experience and Skills:

Required Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for and experience with "Foodshed" principals and the "Slow Food" movement.
• Ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks with exemplary time management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to give and receive direction in a way that models respect.
• Ability to comply with a smoke- and drug-free work environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds consistently.
• Final offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check that may include employment history, national criminal background check, national sex offender registry search and a driving history check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous food service experience at other residential learning centers, camps, schools or similar facilities.
• Professional food service experience in an institutional setting, preparing diverse, health-conscious meals for children and adult groups, including foods that incorporate fresh, local and/or organic ingredients.

Compensation

Pay rate is $17.00 to 18.00 per hour. This is a seasonal/temporary, full-time (32-40 hours per week), non-exempt position.

Seasonal benefits include the following:

• Sick Leave - 8 hours per month.
• Holiday Pay - 1 holiday maximum through September 30, 2023.
• Paid Service Days - 2 days total (16 hours).

Benefits are prorated for employees working less than 40 hours per week.

Housing

Good quality housing is available through the Institute for $350/month including utilities, considerably below market rates. Private rooms in shared houses are sometimes available, but not guaranteed. In some cases, roommates in shared rooms may be required, at $175/month. The Institute has housing available in Marblemount or at the Learning Center on Diablo Lake. Smoking is not allowed in housing, during programs, or on the Institute’s campus. Pets are not allowed in the Institute’s campus housing.
From: North Cascades Institute