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Employment Opportunities
Come live and work in rural Alaska for the 2011 summer!
Grand View Lodge is located in an extremely scenic area of the Glenn Highway, between the cities of Glennallen and Palmer, Alaska. This is a rural community in the mountains of South Central Alaska, 2 hours from Anchorage. This would be a great opportunity for anyone looking to earn good money over the summer and have the time to explore Alaska's Sheep Mountain/Matanuska Glacier Area. There is plenty of camping, biking and hiking nearby, as well as river rafting and glacier treks.
At Grand View Lodge, we take pride in our establishment, and we are looking for energetic individuals who take pride in their work. The largest portion of our business is in the cafe, which seats 24 people and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as espresso, beer and wine. We also have three guest cottages and a full service RV Campground.
For the right person or couple who has dreamed of visiting Alaska, this is the perfect opportunity. Why not join our team?
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Morning Cook Position:
We’re looking for one person who
loves preparing food, but is not necessarily a trained cook. We
actually prefer to train our own cooks to our standards. Must
be a minimum 21 years and be knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation
standards. Presentation must be neat with good personal hygiene.
Prior short order experience is helpful. This position stocks
prep table &prepares breakfast, which mainly consists of eggs,
hash browns, omelets, pancakes, French toast and the like. Change
over to lunch requires switching out the breakfast items to lunch
items in the prep table, washing and cutting of produce and salad
items, and filling condiments. May be asked to assist with soup
making, baking, as well as washing of dishes and clean up of work
space at shift end. During slow times, you may be asked
to perform any duties required in the operation of a Lodge, including
maintenance. Pay DOE per hour and must hold Alaska
TAM card for serving beer and wine.
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Afternoon/Evening Cook: Filled
We’re looking for one person who loves preparing
food, but is not necessarily a trained cook. We actually prefer
to train on the job to our standards. Must be a minimum 21
years and be knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation standards.
Presentation must be neat with good personal hygiene. Limited menu
items are prepared in our small kitchen. Seeking an employee who
is multi tasked, organized and works well under pressure to prepare
meals, which are cooked to order . As time allows, duties
include assisting wait staff , stepping out of the kitchen with
cleaning, inventory, registering of guests, making of espresso drinks.
Does own prep work, mixing of sauces, marinades and some baking.
Cook is required to perform evening cleaning and shut down of lodge.
Pay DOE per hour and must hold Alaska TAM card for serving
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Dishwasher/ Housekeeper:
This person must enjoy cleaning and be self motivated. Our business reputation was built on immaculate accommodations for our guests both inside and outside. This person will be doing a variety of duties which will vary from day to day. Must perform duties, which include cleaning of our three cottages, restocking, and inventory of supplies, washing, drying and folding of linens. The primary dishwasher duty is to bus tables and keep the dishes washed and put away. This position can be asked to assist with food prep, watering of flowers, mowing the lawn, stocking of firewood, cleaning of the shower house and restrooms, painting and grounds keeping. Will also be asked to do periodic cleaning of the lodge. Applicant need not be 21 years old. Must be in good health to perform all the aspects of this job and enjoy working outside. |
Wait
staff/ Barista:
Seeking upbeat personality to serve our locals and tourists traveling through the area as well as assist with wildlife viewing with guests as time allows. Duties include serving meals & making beverages, busing tables, washing dishes, cashier, registering campground guests, cleaning bathrooms, mopping floors, closing shift. We will train for the Barista position. Evening server must be minimum 21 years old, have prior serving experience and hold an Alaska TAM Card to serve beer and wine. Attire is professional casual. Pay DOE
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~Past Employee Testimonials~
"Initially, I had thought I might be disappointed that I wasn't in Denali Park or another high tourist area, but I am so glad I was able to work in the Sheep Mountain area. The outdoor opportunities are endless, and I had the time of my life exploring the Matanuska Glacier"
~M.C, New York
"I love Alaska and the long summer days.I was able to go river rafting, on a glacier trek and saw lots of wildlife. I would recommend Grand View for a
great place to work and save money for college"
~C.R, Oregon |
Lodging & Meals:
Employees working full time are provided room and board for $200 per month under the conditions of their contract. Rooms are shared with the same sex roommate, and when available, a private room can be reserved for an additional fee. The employee’s common room is available with shower/restroom, Cable TV, and FREE Wireless Internet. Laundry on site.
Work Schedule:
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Employees may be asked to switch between an alternating 5 day work week and a 6 day work week during the season.
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Overtime is paid after 40 hrs per week.
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Tips are shared and paid out on a monthly basis under the conditions of the
employee contract.
Conditions for Employment:
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All employees over 21 will be required to obtain a TAM card issued in the state of
Alaska in order to serve alcohol, which must be obtained 30 days after employment begins. The cost is $40.00 and transportation will be provided. In addition, we require a food sanitation & handling course which is free of charge.
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Employees must be in good health, able to lift 25 lbs, and be on your feet for hours at a time.
Grand View is a drug free work environment.
Preference will be given to those who are able to work
May 20th thru September 12th, 2011
To Apply, we require:
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Resume with work history & related experience, along with contact phone numbers from those same past employers
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Proof of age with photo ID (a copy of your drivers license, passport or state ID)
- Dates available to work
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Grand View
Cafe & RV Park
22518 West Glenn Hwy
Milepost 109.5 Glenn Hwy
Glacier View, AK 99674
(907) 746- 4480
Summer ONLY
Grand View Cafe
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