Overview
Season Dates: July 26th, 2025 – Nov 1st, 2025
Salary Range: $13.39/hr + additional benefits
Room & Board: FREE Dorm-style room – meals included, too!
Job Location: Cardigan Lodge – Alexandria, NH
Ready to dive into epic outdoor adventures and make a positive impact on the environment? Look no further than the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) – the oldest conservation, education, and recreation organization in the USA! Our passion for the outdoors knows no bounds, and we want YOU to be a part of it. As an employee, you’ll unlock access to exciting programs, policies, and procedures that empower you to make a real difference. Join the AMC team now and embark on the journey of a lifetime!
AMC is seeking Lodge Crew for the Cardigan Lodge. This entry level position works in food service and/or housekeeping and has a focus on positive guest service. Lodge Crew working in food service support the communal dining experience at the Cardigan Lodge through the service of meals and maintaining a high level of cleanliness in both the front and back of house. Lodge Crew working in housekeeping ensure that guests visiting the Cardigan Lodge feel at home in a clean, well cared for lodge nestled near the Lakes Region.
What You’ll Be Doing At AMC
– Assist guests and visitors in a positive manner.
– Respond to any problems or special requests with a professional demeanor.
– Interact with guests regarding local information, lodge amenities, organizational efforts and programs.
– Set up, serve, and cleanup of meal service.
– Daily breakfast/salad/deli bar upkeep, prep and service of customers.
– Clean and sanitize all food service and dining areas on a daily basis.
– Set up, serve and break down of catering and bar services.
– Provide table service for drinks during dinner service.
– Participate in the daily cleaning and upkeep of guest rooms, common areas and bathrooms.
– Prepare meeting spaces for special groups and programs, including set up of tables, chairs and AV equipment.
– Process recycling and kitchen compost daily.
– Participate in deep cleaning of the lodge and other areas on a weekly/monthly basis or as instructed.
– Help with snow shoveling and lawn/garden maintenance.
Qualifications:
What AMC Is Looking For
- Past experience in camp operations, hospitality and/or work in the outdoors is preferred.
- Exceptional public service skills and a commitment to the mission of the Appalachian Mountain Club.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Prior food service experience is preferred but not necessary.
- Success in performing a wide range assigned tasks.
- Must be a team player, detail oriented, well organized, highly flexible, adaptable, and resourceful.
Required Skills:
Physical abilities needed: Ability to operate standard office computers and machines, plus maintenance equipment. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds at the Lodge and in the backcountry. Ability to travel safely in the backcountry in all weather conditions.
About Appalachian Mountain Club
Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) in our mission to protect the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Appalachian region, ongoing since 1876. As an employee, you'll gain access to enriching programs, policies, and procedures that enable you to drive real change. If you're ready to explore, protect, and create memories within a dynamic community, apply now be a part of the AMC team!
