Kitchen Manager Position Available
Application Deadline: January 20, 2010

Vajrapani Institute seeks a full-time kitchen manager to lead its kitchen team in cooking for group and private retreatants and staff.
Being a retreat center, we are cultivating a contemplative environment and are looking for someone who will help support this. Although previous experience of Buddhism isn’t mandatory, we ask that candidates have a sincere interest to study and contemplate. This position is a precious opportunity to integrate with a community of dedicated spiritual practitioners.
In adapting to this environment and to best lead our kitchen team, the following qualities are most conducive:
- Ability to maintain inner calm and centeredness among kitchen activity
- Enjoy working with others and skillful at leading/ holding kitchen team
- Ease and ability to communicate
- Ability to work in an efficient and spacious manner – vision and attention to detail
- Enjoys cooking and has experience in cooking for groups; basic knowledge of health nutrition
- An eye for budget and ability to plan and shop for all kitchen needs
This is a full-time, 35-hour per week position. Work days are Wednesday through Sunday unless otherwise negotiated. Compensation includes room and board, monthly stipend, and health insurance after 6 months. The main reward for offering service at the Institute is the joy of supporting oneself and others on the path to enlightenment.
Please send a resume and the completed application form below to:
Fabienne Pradelle
(831) 338-1311
fabienne@vajrapani.org
Vajrapani Institute
P.O. Box 2130
Boulder Creek, CA 95006
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