Haystack Mountain School of Crafts is seeking help in our kitchen for our summer operations. The School has a reputation for healthy and delicious meals, with the dining hall being a vital component of the Haystack experience.

The kitchen staff will work as part of the kitchen team to serve a healthy and enjoyable menu for participants and staff that provides options for various personal dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, religious, food allergies, etc). These positions rely on collaboration, strong communication skills, excellent organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a team, while managing multiple tasks flexibly.

• Lead Cook

• Baker / Kitchen Manager

• Prep Cook / Pantry

Compensation & Benefits

The positions are seasonal full/part-time available with bi-weekly compensation. These positions are not eligible for benefit coverage. Hourly compensation is: Lead Cook $29-$35/hour; Baker/Kitchen Manager $29-$35/hour; Prep Cook/Pantry $21-26/hour.

Haystack’s programming season runs from May 1 to October 25. Preference will be given to applicants who can work the whole season. Kitchen staff may be hired for early season: May 1- June 7; mid season: June 8- September 1; late season: September 4 - October 25; or for any/all seasons.

Additional benefits include on-campus meals. Individual roles may include staff housing as a requirement of the position, which is assigned at the discretion of the Head Chef, with approval by the Executive Director. 

To Apply

The deadline to apply is Friday, January 30.

Email a resume, cover letter addressing relevant experience and interest in a specific position, and contact information for three references to employment@haystack-mtn.org with the subject line, “Kitchen Staff Application, [Your Name].” All attached files must be in PDF format and labeled to include your last name. No phone calls, please.