Seasonal Breakfast Server

Seasonal Breakfast Server

The Trustees of Reservations invites you to apply for a seasonal part‑time role serving breakfast at The Inn at Castle Hill in Ipswich, MA. This position is open from April through November, requiring 12–20 hours per week.

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves are open to all, and we thrive by involving many people in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public.

As a non‑profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website,(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Salary/Hourly Rate: $16.25–$18/hour
• Hours per week: 12–20 hours per week
• Job classification:
  Limited, non‑exempt
• Job type:
  Onsite
• Duration:
  April – November
• Location:
  
  The Inn at Castle Hill, Ipswich, MA

As the Breakfast Server, you are primarily responsible for serving breakfast, maintaining the dining room and pantry, and ensuring a clean and welcoming environment. Breakfast is served daily from 8 am to 10 am. You will set up and break down the dining room, serve each guest table, bus and reset all tables, mop, vacuum, and keep the area organized. Ideal candidates are flexible and can commit to 12–20 hours per week.

A typical shift is 7:30 am – 12 pm.

• Serve breakfast and beverages to inn guests
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the inn’s dining room and pantry
• Assist the breakfast cook with kitchen cleanliness
• Wash dishes, glasses, silverware
• Do laundry, including napkins and tablecloths

What You’ll Need

• Attention to cleanliness
• Positive customer interaction skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Demonstrated organizational skills

Eligibility Criteria

• Ability to lift 30 lbs with or without accommodation
• Must be able to climb stairs (no elevator in the building)
• Current authorization to work in the United States—must have this by first day of employment
• Approved criminal background (CORI) check

We encourage applicants who do not meet every single requirement to apply. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team.

• Sick time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront
• Reciprocity:
  Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions
• Discounts:
  Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discounted event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and during stays at our inns

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual preferences, nation of origin, religion, or disability status. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, persons with varying abilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts, who are at the core of our mission.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at people.