Fly Fishing Lodge Seeking Breakfast Cook - Housing Available (Ennis)

Madison Valley Ranch is seeking a breakfast cook for the 2021 season. The position begins in mid-June and runs through October. Applicants seeking part-time or full-time employment are encouraged to apply.

The Breakfast Cook is responsible for supporting the executive chef in delivering high-end, quality meals. Madison Valley Ranch embraces the farm-to-table tradition, using fresh local ingredients wherever possible. Everything is cooked entirely from scratch. We accommodate up to 28 guests at a time.

The ideal candidate for Breakfast Cook will have prior experience cooking at high-end lodges or restaurants. They should have a positive work attitude, be friendly and work well with others, be comfortable managing food quality and presentation. They will also help to oversee kitchen stewards. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing the kitchen in the absence of the executive chef.

Some key skills and abilities we are seeking in a Breakfast Cook:

- Desire and passion to produce quality food

- Attention to cleanliness and sanitation (we are an open kitchen)

- Strong knife and butchering skills

- Ability to cook breakfast for 28 (with morning shifts starting at 5:30AM)

- Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail

- Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail

- Desire to provide excellent customer service

- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that enables positive interactions with guests, vendors, co-workers, and management.

- Ability to perform well under pressure

Housing & Transportation:

We have a high-end private home available for use by employees. Based on availability, rooms will be either single or double occupancy with a shared bath. The furnished home offers a full kitchen, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, small office area, living room, dining area, washer/dryer, and wireless internet. The lodge is located 2.5 miles from the employee house. Driving your personal vehicle to Ennis is recommended. This will allow you the freedom to explore the town and surrounding areas and maximize your experience in Southwest Montana.

A $250 deposit is required upfront and returned when employees depart at the end of the season, assuming room is in good condition upon departure. Lodging is charged at $125 per month, and this can be deducted from your paycheck or paid in advance. A nearby grocery store is available for purchasing food to prepare in the house's kitchen.

Perks:

- Working with an independently owned boutique lodge in a beautiful setting

- Close proximity to Yellowstone National Park, the Madison River (fishing and recreation), and excellent hiking trails, kayaking on Hebgen Lake.

- Within a 1.5 hour drive you can find the following activities: 5 blue ribbon trout streams, climbing, whitewater rafting, and much more!

- Small-town living in a friendly community: Ennis, Montana, gateway to Yellowstone

- Seasonal position allows you to travel during the winter

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, a cover letter explaining why you would be an asset to MVR, dates available, and multiple references. All information is required for consideration. References will be checked for reliability and integrity of candidates. Please do not call us; if you meet our requirements, we will be in touch. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process. We thank you for your interest in joining the MVR team.