Cook for guests at AMC’s remote Maine Woods lodges (Medawisla, Little Lyford and Gorman Chairback) during the winter ski and snowshoe season. The job covers preparing meals from set menus, handling dietary restrictions, keeping the kitchen to Maine health code, and pitching in on meal service and deep cleaning. Food-service experience is preferred but not required; you must be 18+, able to stand through 10-hour shifts, lift 50 lb and travel in the backcountry. The season runs Dec 29, 2026 to mid-March 2027 at $16.34/hour with a dorm-style room and meals included, plus up to 10 paid days off. Apply through the posting’s Apply Now link with a resume and cover letter.
| Pay | $16.34/hour, room and board included |
|---|---|
| Employment type | Seasonal |
| Season | Dec 29, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027 |
| Housing | Provided |
| Meals | Provided |
| Experience | Some experience |
| Location | Greenville, Maine |
| Job type | Backcountry Cook |
| Posted | Sep 13, 2026 |
| Apply by | Oct 28, 2026 |
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