What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF COOKS position at Soaring Tree Top Adventures?
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Are you an energetic, enthusiastic person who loves the outdoors? There is a great opportunity to enjoy both in an amazing mountain environment. Soaring prides itself on exceeding guest expectations and is continuously going above and beyond for our guests. If you’re a person who wants to be the best part of someone’s vacation, this is the summer job for you.
The Soaring property is remotely located in the San Juan National Mountains and is not road-accessible. Guests reach the property by the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and staff live on-site. Since Soaring is so remote, housing and three meals daily are provided on-site for all staff. There is no TV or internet access available; however cell phones and wireless internet cards do work. Staff maintain a high level of professionalism at all times and are required to follow our uniform dress code. Soaring is looking forward to another busy season so if true Colorado adventure is what you seek and living in the outdoors is what you crave then Soaring might be the seasonal job for you. Soaring is open May – October. College students are encouraged to apply as partial season employment is available as well! Email your resume to info@soaringcolorado.com. Please indicate in your cover letter the job you’re interested in, your telephone number and desired start date.
Soaring is seeking staff cooks that can prepare staff meals from our set menus. Cooking experience required. Cooks provide three meals a day to our staff, and shifts may rotate from AM to PM. Must be able to follow recipes and adhere to meal cycles. Also may be involved in preparing and executing guest lunches from a set menu of homemade soup, salad, sandwich and dessert options for our zipline guests, served on an elevated platform. You would be responsible for maintaining a clean and healthy work environment.
Excellent organizational skills, a neat clean-cut appearance, and professional work ethic are required. You will be interacting with guests. Other requirements include:
- U.S. Citizen or have a J1 Visa
- Non-smoker
- Must have a valid drivers license
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time Lift over fifty pounds
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We generally work 5 days a week, 40 hours a week (no overtime). Staff are paid by monthly salary. Room and board is included. Staff housing is cabin-style. With our isolation, there is no TV and cell phone service is limited (depending on your provider). However, Durango is a dynamic college town, and many of our staff occasionally head into town to enjoy rafting, camping, internet cafes, and the ambiance of Durango.
Enjoy fishing, hiking and the beauty of the Colorado mountains on your days off and get to spend summer in the great outdoors! This is a job and a place that you will remember well for years to come.
If you’d like to be a part of our professional team, to apply, please email us a cover letter highlighting your relevant job experience, along with your resume, and a list of work references.