Overview
SUMMARY
North Cascades Institute (NCI) is dedicated to providing nourishing meals to our program participants, staff, and guests. To uphold and expand this commitment, NCI is seeking a qualified Cook to join our kitchen team. This position is based at the Institute’s field campus in North Cascades National Park and supports food service operations at the Environmental Learning Center (ELC). The location is remote, with exposure to unique environmental conditions, including snow-covered roads, avalanches, wildfire smoke, wild animals, and flooding. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position supervised by the Food Service Manager.
COMPENSATOIN
This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position subject to a winter furlough (unpaid). The pay rate is $20.00-$22.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. This position is subject to a $1 increase for utilizing non-NCI housing. The job location for this position is at the Environmental Learning Center.
BENEFITS
• Sick Leave – 8 hours per month.
• Vacation Leave – 10 days per year one. Positions with furloughs may accrue less than 10 days.
• Holiday Leave – 12 days maximum per year.
• Service Days – 2 days per year.
• Other paid time-off such as family leave, pregnancy leave, bereavement leave, etc.
• Medical/dental insurance, long and short-term disability insurance, tax-deferred annuity, and contribution retirement plan.
• Ability to participate in Institute pro deals.
• Yearly stipend to participate in Institute programs.
Benefits are prorated for employees working less than 40 hours per week.
This is a bargaining unit position represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District Lodge 751. All terms and conditions of employment are subject to change in accordance with a collective bargaining agreement.
HOUSING
Subsidized housing available. Private rooms in shared houses are often available. In some cases, roommates in shared rooms may be required.
START DATE
February 12, 2025
Required Skills:
• At least one year of professional food service experience.
• Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including longer days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work effectively with historically excluded populations.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Valid Washington State Food Handler's Permit and thorough knowledge of food safety practices.
• Final offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
Preferred Skills:
• Previous food service experience in residential learning centers, camps, schools, or similar facilities.
• Experience with recycling, composting, and waste management.
About North Cascades Institute
North Cascades Institute's mission is to inspire environmental stewardship through transformative learning experiences in nature. Since 1986, we have helped connect people, nature and community through science, art, literature and the hands-on study of natural and cultural history. Our goal is to help people of all ages and backgrounds experience and enjoy the mountains, rivers, forests, people and wildlife of the Pacific Northwest – so all will care for and protect this special place.
North Cascades Institute is a respected leader among U.S. environmental education organizations, and we believe that sustainable communities are built on healthy environments, vibrant economies and social equity. The Institute is in sound financial health with a $4 million budget and strong reserves, and 15 four-star ratings with Charity Navigator for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.
