Kitchen Assistant

About UsKarm Chling is a Buddhist meditation center located in Barnet, VT. Established in 1970, Karm Chling offers mindfulness programs in a welcoming community setting for both new and experienced practitioners in Shambhala meditation.OverviewThe kitchen is the sizzling, egg-cracking, aromatic heart of Karm Chling. Were looking for a cheerful Kitchen Assistant to join our talented kitchen crew as a paid, residential staff member.The Kitchen Assistant should have training and experience working in a commercial kitchen and be capable of preparing large buffet-style meals that include options for omnivore, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets.ResponsibilitiesPlan and prepare buffet-style meals for 25-80 guests in a team environmentAssure all meals meet quality standards and public health guidelinesAssist with purchasing, inventory, and cleaning as directed by the Kitchen ManagerTotal of 30 hrs/wk, plus 5 additional hours of community responsibilitiesQualificationsCommercial cooking knowledge, with a minimum of 1-2 years of related experienceExperience with preparing meat, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free cuisineCreativity, good organizational skills, and customer-service orientationInterest in establishing a daily meditation practice in the Shambhala Buddhist path; experience preferredSalary/CompensationMonthly stipend commensurate with experienceRoom and board, including a personal room, daily meals, and access to community spaces, such as staff exercise room28 personal days per yearFree access to qualifying programsSupports for meditation practice, including a personal Meditation Instructor and time dedicated to meditation in the daily scheduleA generous guest policyFor more information, check Job Opportunities at our website: karmecholing-dot-org