Seasonal Cook

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website, www.thetrustees.org.

Posting Information:

Salary/Hourly Rate: $18-$20/hour  

Hours per week: 18 - 24 hours/week 

• Flexible scheduling

Job Classification: Limited term, non-exempt   

Job Type: Onsite   

Duration: June - August, Potential for occassional weekend hours September - December

Location: Appleton Farms, Ipswich, MA 

What You’ll Do:

Your Impact:

As the Seasonal Cook, you’ll connect farm guests to the land by working alongside the Appleton Culinary Team. Utilizing our own organic produce and regionally grown grain, you will assist with seasonal production of menu items for our on-site Farm Store ranging from, but not limited to, vegetable prep, fillings, soups, bagels, cookies, and granola. Some by hand bread dough/bagel shaping is possible as well! 

Specifically, you’ll:

• Follow recipes to standard 

• Cook, bake and safely package prepared foods 

• Assist with food and bakery preparation as needed 

• Assist with large scale event day preparation and operations 

• Multitask and work quickly under pressure 

• Uphold Standard Operating Procedures for the commercial kitchen 

• Maintain high standards of sanitation, food safety and a clean and safe work environment 

• Support the Culinary Team as needed 

This is a limited-term, non-exempt position (18-24 hours/week) reporting directly to Culinary Program and Food Service Manager.    

What You’ll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• Background in food preparation and/or baking 

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills 

• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team 

• Enthusiasm for tackling a prep list 

• Possess a strong appreciation for working with local farms and feeding the community 

• Ability to manage multiple projects at once 

Preferred:  

• ServSafe Certificate 

Eligibility Criteria:

• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.  

• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check. 

Don’t quite have all the skills and experience listed above? We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

Questions? Contact our People team at people@thetrustees.org!

Your Benefits:

• Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront. 

• Reciprocity: Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.   

• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.  

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual preferences, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with varying abilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts, who are at the core of our mission.

The Trustees’ commitment to advancing the organization’s vision for this work may be found here: Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at people@thetrustees.org.