Culinary Intern

You will be cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner for school age kid groups from across the country. Some cooking experience required, some training provided. Ninja-like knife skills are a plus! Most meals are prepared from scratch and some baking skills are necessary. Deer Hill accommodates a wide variety of dietary preferences so some knowledge of vegan cooking is great. Some days you will be cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner and some days just one meal or two.

Group size range from 10 participants (low) to 80 participants (high). Room, board and pro deals are also included in compensation package. Shared living accommodations are with like minded people.

Culinary Intern Summer 2025
Overview:
● 8-9 interns live and work on site at Deer Hill for the season.
● Responsibilities include: cooking and baking meals from scratch, food preparation and packing along with upkeep of the kitchen.
● Weekly schedules vary to accommodate programming needs.
Dates: May 24th - August 15th
Qualifications:
● 20 years of age minimum.
● Able to work legally in the United States.
● Ability to pass criminal background checks.
● Able to carry 50 pounds.
● Able to commit to the duration of the internship.
● Able to live and work cooperatively with others.
● Effective communication with people different from themselves.
● Willing to work long hours.
● Ability to take initiative and produce results
● Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Deer Hill Expeditions.
● A willingness to learn new cooking techniques.
Benefits:
● Lodging provided.
● Supplemental food and meals available.
● Access to pro purchase programs.
● Join Summer Field Training (~5 day backcountry experience).
● Additional learning opportunities in Outdoor Education available.
● $1,826 stipend.