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CLOUDLAND at McLEMORE RESORT
Mountain Resort Wants Enthusiastic Cook!
Short description
A picturesque mountain resort is looking for a culinary professional to rotate through various roles, including Restaurant Cook, Banquet Cook, and Kitchen Lead!
Detailed description
A breathtaking new mountain retreat is seeking a passionate culinary enthusiast to train in a variety of roles, including Restaurant Cook, Banquet Cook, and Kitchen Lead!
Nestled in the heart of Rising Fawn, Georgia, this scenic getaway offers a wealth of activities for visitors to enjoy. Explore the stunning Cloudland Canyon State Park, with its scenic trails and awe-inspiring waterfalls. Enjoy outdoor adventures like hiking, rock climbing, and birdwatching, or unwind with local wines and delicious farm-to-table dining. Rising Fawn is known for its warm southern hospitality, making it a haven for nature lovers, outdoor adventurers, and food enthusiasts alike. Plus, with North Georgia’s iconic mountain views, vibrant fall foliage, and charming small-town atmosphere, it’s the ideal year-round destination for every kind of traveler!
Placement Remarks
Rate of Pay:
Restaurant Demi Cook - $19/hour
Banquet Demi Cook - $19/hour
Kitchen Lead - $21/hour
Benefits:
Housing available - $300 per paycheck.
Housing will be located at the hotel. Each room will have two occupants. TV, bathroom, storage. Washer and dryer located in Laundry area.
2 free meals are provided daily (lunch and dinner) - served in the cafeteria (short walk from the house to the hotel).
Uniform provided, but will need to bring own black pants and closed toe shoes.
Bring own knives.
Airport pickup provided if arranged in advance. Recommended airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Chattanooga Airport (CHA).
Salary
$19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Requirements
Eligibility criteria for our Career USA programs:
- You are enrolled in a post secondary ministerially recognized academic institution in the hospitality industry OR have a hospitality degree and at least 1 year of recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside of the USA) OR have 5 years recent relevant work experience in the (ultra) luxury hotel industry (outside the USA)
- You have shown consistent career growth over the last years
- You have shown serious commitment to your most recent employers
Local info
Climate:
The state of Georgia has a humid subtropical climate. This leads to mild winters and hot humid summers. The weather is colder in the Blue Ridge Mountains in the far north, and you even find snow there most years. Average temperatures are between 50 and 60°F in the winter, and in the low 90s at the height of summer.
Transportation:
Residents can also take advantage of taxi services or ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft to get around the city. If further travel is desired, a car may need to be rented or purchased. HRC recommends J1 candidates bring at least $3,000 in addition to startup capital in order to help obtain a car and insurance. If a car is purchased insurance is required and can cost around $150 per month.
Start date
June 2025