Company description

Founded in 1986, Watershed Center for the Ceramic Arts is a nonprofit organization that fosters the growth of ceramic artists at all career stages via residencies, workshops, educational programs, and public events.

Watershed’s residency model prioritizes the development of creative community. Small groups of artists from across the US and abroad come to our 54-acre campus for two to four-week sessions. Artists work alongside one another in an open-concept studio, forging lasting personal and professional connections.

Contemporary leaders in ceramics also come to Watershed facilitate artist workshops and groups of regional artists regularly make use of Watershed’s extensive atmospheric kiln facilities. Watershed also welcomes the public to learn about ceramic art and artists via exhibitions, celebrations, and artist talks.

Shared meals play an integral role in shaping artists' experiences on campus. Watershed takes pride on offering delicious, seasonal meals that sustain artists at work and provide opportunities to gather and connect. Nestled in a valley surrounded by organic farms, we are fortunate to be able to source local food from our neighbors.

Job description

Lead Cook

Spend the summer in Maine preparing delicious meals at an artist residency center for ceramicists. The lead cook plans, prepares and serves three meals daily to the Watershed community of 25 - 30 people. Working closely with an assistant cook, they create healthy fare to accommodate artists with a range of dietary needs including vegetarian, gluten free, and dairy free options, as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of meal preparation and delivery, from menu planning and food purchasing to storage service and cleanup
• Create healthy meals from scratch
• Meet all dietary needs as needed
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness throughout a shift, properly store leftovers, and clean up after meals
• Ensure that inventory, wares, and equipment are clean and organized
• Reduce waste, compost, and recycle as much as practicable
• Collaborate on menus and food preparation for special events

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience working in a commercial kitchen and/or preparing food for large groups of people
• Experience as a supervisor with the ability to delegate tasks
• Proficient in food budgeting, as well as ordering and organizing inventory
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices and common food allergies and sensitivities
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, early mornings, and/or evenings
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Possess excellent customer service and communication skills and a friendly, flexible demeanor
• Ability to work while standing for long hours, lift up to 50 lbs, and possess a full range of physical mobility including walking, stooping, carrying, reaching, and manual dexterity

Employment Dates and Compensation:

This full time position is available immediately. Applicants must have a vehicle that they can bring to Watershed (we're located in a rural location and the lead cook often needs to run out to the grocery store. There is no public transportation here and we do reimburse mileage.)

You must also be available to work through September 8, 2023. The compensation package includes a biweekly salary of $1670, free room and board, studio space, materials, and kiln firings.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $35,568* - $50,000

Application instructions

Deadline

July 01, 2023