What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Assistant Cook - Cold River Camp position at Appalachian Mountain Club and Careers?
Position Title: Cold River Camp Assistant Cook
Reports to: Cold River Camp Manager
Location: AMC Cold River Camp, Chatham NH
Compensation: $695-$790/per week -10.5-week summer session
Dates: June 10, 2026- August 22, 2026
The Appalachian Mountain Club (www.outdoors.org) is the oldest conservation and recreation organization in the United States at almost 150 years old. The AMC mission is to foster the protection, enjoyment and understanding of the outdoors, with a focus on the mountains, forests, rivers, and trails from Maine to Virginia. The AMC encourages the involvement of all people in its mission and activities, through its membership, programs, lodges, huts, and volunteer camps & cabins as well as its policies, and procedures.
Cold River Camp (CRC) is a volunteer camp and cabin that has been operating for just over 105 years and is on the Maine/ New Hampshire border tucked away in peaceful Evans Notch. Cold River Camp is a full-service AMC facility offering individual cabin accommodation. White Mountain National Forrest (WMNF) rivers, ponds, back roads, and hiking trails surround Cold River Camp where guests launch daily adventures and outdoor exploration. Family-style meals are served in the lodge dining room for breakfast and dinner and a trail lunch is put out fresh each morning for guests to assemble their own lunches to their preference. Guests, who consist of individuals, couples, small friend groups, large and small families, stay for week-long sessions from late June through Labor Day.
More information about Cold River camp can be found by visiting www.outdoors.org or www.amccoldrivercamp.org.
Summary Description
The Assistant Cook’s main responsibility is to assist the Head Cook in all aspects of the food service at Cold River Camp. The Assistant Cook’s position reports directly to the Head Cook and Manager(s) and helps supervise the Prep Cook and the Croo assigned to the kitchen. The Assistant Cook should be able to effectively assume the majority of responsibilities in the absence of the Head Cook. The work week is composed of shifts that run between 6:30am and 8pm with 2 days off per week coordinated with the other staff.
What you’ll be doing at AMC
- Assist the Head Cook in menu planning, food preparation, ordering, kitchen cleanliness and safety as directed.
- Assist in all aspects of food delivery, unloading, and organization of the kitchen.
- Supervise Prep Cook and Crew while in the kitchen.
- Be knowledgeable of the Head Cook’s responsibilities and effectively assume them all in their absence.
- Bring any issues or concerns to the attention of the Head Cook or Manager(s).
- Other duties as assigned.
What AMC is looking for
- Prior food service or kitchen experience
- Physical ability to carry up to 40 pounds and walk, stand, sit, lift 25 pounds from floor to waist high and to perform all work responsibilities without assistance
- Meet New Hampshire Health Codes and Standards by always maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, dry-storage, refrigerator, and freezers. Meet updated cleaning and PPE requirements related to COVID-19
- Ability to be a team player with a detail-oriented, fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds in an inclusive environment
- ServeSafe Certified or Willingness to acquire (Helpful)
- First Aid certification
What AMC Can Offer You
Salary range: $695 - $790/ per week
We are committed to fair compensation practices, and we encourage qualified candidates to apply. The initial salary represents our starting point, and our compensation philosophy is designed to reward and recognize the contributions of our employees as they grow within the organization. External candidates typically begin their journey with us at the starting point of the salary range. The final compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills and geographic differential relevant to the position, and will be discussed during the interview process.
Benefits
- Room & Board: Cabin dorm style room and meals included
- 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!
To Apply:
Please include a resume and a cover letter. No phone calls please.
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.
Salary : $695 - $790