Elk Lake Lodge
Elk Lake Lodge
Currently recruiting for the season from May 9th, 2024 to October 16th, 2024.
Elk Lake is the centerpiece of a 12,000 acre private preserve cradled in the High Peaks of New York's Adirondack Mountains. This is a world that is unchanged in hundreds of years - a timeless place that offers a unique wilderness experience, a place to enjoy the silence, the clean air, the unspoiled natural beauty - increasingly rare in modern life.
We are located in the remote Adirondack wilderness in upstate New York.
- Location
- New York
- Season
- Spring, Summer, and Fall
- Staff size
- 22 seasonal staff
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Included in compensation package
- Family housing available
- No
- Single occupancy housing available
- Yes
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Some, ask for details
- Internet access
- Good
About Elk Lake Lodge
Elk Lake Lodge, a turn-of-the-century, family-owned wilderness lodge accommodating fifty guests, is known for its breathtaking views, forty miles of private trails, and access to the Dix and High Peaks Wilderness areas.
Enjoy swimming and paddling in the pristine waters of Elk Lake and Clear Pond, hike the challenging Dix Mountain Range, or meditate by the Branch River. We are inspired by hikers, but beckons to outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds.
We are remote and encourage you to look us up on Google Earth. Wifi and cell service are only available in the Main Lodge, (employee housing is located in the Main Lodge so you "late-night Netflix watchers" are all set ;), but once you step foot off the front porch you are disconnected and free to roam on the 12,000 acres of eco-preserve.
Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate is lover of the outdoors and is someone who wants to truly experience and connect to the Adirondack wilderness. We believe in creating a fun, but challenging environment where a little extra effort by everyone on the team makes a good guest experience, a great one! Come work, play and live the remote Adirondack Wilderness.
Room and Board
We provide housing. We offer a private room with a private bath, the other is a private room with a shared hallway bath. All of your meals included! Three meals, plus snacks!
Getting Here and Getting Around
Because of Elk Lakes' location, personal transportation would be required for traveling off property.
Pick up service available at Albany Airport, Ticonderoga Amtrak, and local bus drop off.
For Fun
Use of the 12,000 acre preserve. Choose your adventure: Hiking, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, backpacking, rock climbing, trail running, photography, nature walks, star gazing, reading, birding etc.
Schroon Lake, Lake Placid, Lake George are all within easy driving distance to Elk Lake.
Current Job Openings
- Breakfast: Made to order. For example: eggs, french toast, pancakes, bacon, sausage etc.
- Dinner: Lodge Style; three dinner options each night, (meat, fish, veggie). On average 40 meals per night, (+/- 10) plus dessert.
- Setting up, cleaning, and organizing workstations
- Preparing ingredients for the shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc.
- Preparing oven, utensils, and grill for shift
- Cooking orders according to food health and safety standards
- Handling multiple food orders at one time
- Monitoring multiple food orders at one time
- Plating order for presentation
- Ensuring each guest order has the correct food and sides
- Washing dishes
- Storing all food properly
- Sanitizing and cleaning workstations and utensils
- Follow all house recipes to ensure consistency
- Receive orders, rotate old products, and restock new products
- Arriving to shift on time, prepared for work
- Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment
- Minimum 1 year experience working in kitchens
- Fine dining experience preferred
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Self-motivated and self-directed
- Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
- Able to work early mornings, nights, and weekends
- Lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand on feet for up to 10 hours a day
- Baking experience preferred
- Ability to follow all directives given by any member of the management
- Communicate professionally with FOH and BOH staff, including management, and be a role model of professionalism
- Enjoy three meals a day, plus snacks as part of your compensation.
- Housing Included - Mid May through Mid October
- We currently have two housing options left.
- We have one private room with a shared hallway bath. It's private but it's located close to the kitchen so it can wake you up early.
- The second is for a VanLifer! If you own your own van, we have a magical, off-grid location for you to park it. Must be set up as an off-grid camper.
- We currently have two housing options left.
- End of Season Bonus
- All the outdoor adventures your heart desires!
Cook: All things in a Lodge Kitchen
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How to Apply
Learn more about us at our website, www.elklakelodge.com
Email a resume or call 518-532-7616 with questions.
Contact Info
- Tony Talarico
- tony@elklakelodge.com
- (518) 586-4021
- www.elklakelodge.com
