Job Title: Full Time Kitchen Staff Member
Organization: Southern Dharma Retreat Center
Brief Description:
Kitchen Staff are supervised and scheduled by the Kitchen Manager. Duties include preparation and service of 2 meals a day, and other tasks associated with maintaining and organizing the kitchen.
The ideal candidate is an adaptable self-starter with the ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks and must have superior communication and interpersonal skills. This individual will also possess high attention to detail and the ability to resolve issues in a timely manner. Recognizing that it takes time to become comfortable with any new position and environment, the first quarterly review will focus on discerning whether the employment situation is a good fit for both the employee and Southern Dharma. Of primary importance is the candidate be able to commit to protecting an environment of silence in the kitchen during retreats. For a detailed list of job responsibilites, please read full job description here.
Salary: This is a full-time (32-40 hours/week) hourly position that includes on-site room and board, as well as support for attending retreat sessions. Pay rate is $18.00/hour, with room and board (estimated value of $950 per month), plus additional benefits.
Employment Type: Non-Exempt Employee
Apply Here: https://southerndharma.org/kitchen-staff/
Application Deadline: April 30, 2026