FULL-TIME | PART-TIME | VOLUNTEER | SEASONAL
Since being founded in 1952, the Claggett Center has been a vital, life giving center for mission and ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland and beyond. Today, Claggett continues to be a place set apart, providing space for spiritual renewal, growth, and learning through ministries of hospitality and programming. These continued experiences are a result of our staff staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for the demonstration of these Values:
The Claggett Center is an organization with guest accommodations ranging from hotel style rooms, cottages, historic farmhouses and a four story school house, all set on 200 acres of farmland along the Monocacy River. Claggett has been serving guests, campers, and groups for over 70 years providing a setting and experience that is truly authentic. Our vision, to be a vital (life giving) center for mission and ministry in the Diocese of Maryland and beyond, unites us as a team to create exceptional hospitality experiences through the combination of our beautiful setting and Christian hospitality. Our amazing staff are at the heart of it all.
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
The Executive Chef is a member of the Claggett Center leadership team and reports to the Director of Guest Experience. This is a full-time, salaried (exempt) position. The Executive Chef shall further the mission of the Claggett Center by providing exceptional Christian hospitality through the leadership and execution of food service and guests’ dining experiences.
The ideal candidate will have an associates degree in culinary arts with sufficient experience as a sous chef (or equivalent with a caterer or in an institutional kitchen) to provide leadership of the food service department. A proven track record of creative culinary skills, nutrition and menu planning, experience in supervising and managing staff and purchasing food and equipment is required. Additional qualifications include the following:
Please see the position description for full description of responsibilities, hours, and compensation.
To apply: Complete job application and send to jobs@claggettcenter.org.
The Cook is a member of the Claggett Center culinary team and reports to the Head Chef. This is a full-time hourly (non-exempt) position, ranging in hours from 32-40 per week. The Cook shall further the mission of the Claggett Center by providing exceptional Christian hospitality through the execution of food service and guests’ dining experiences.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Please see position description for full description of responsibilities, hours, and compensation.
To apply: complete job application and send to jobs@claggettcenter.org.
The Adult Retreat Coordinator is a member of the Programs Department and reports to the Programs Director. The Adult Retreat Coordinator shall further the mission of the Claggett Center through providing exceptional Christian hospitality through the preparation, implementation and delivery of Claggett original programs.
Qualifications & Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be grounded in Christian faith consistent with the Episcopal Church and have a natural talent for exceptional customer service and hospitality. Experience with faith formation and/or event logistics or management is desirable. Additional qualifications include the following:
To apply: Complete job application and send to jobs@claggettcenter.org.
The Guest Services Host (Host) is a member of the Guest Experience Department. The Host shall further the mission of the Claggett Center through providing exceptional Christian hospitality by being visible and present with Guests and connecting with Guests through check in, welcome, and introductions. Hosts offer real-time hospitality for guests, solving problems as they arise. Download the full job description here.
Hourly rate: staring at $15 per hour
Work hours: Vary depending fully on guest schedules and will be a combination of midweek and weekend shifts available. Shifts are typically 8:00am-4:00pm; 4:00pm-10:00pm; and on call from 10:00pm-8:00am.
This position often pairs well with other full-time or part-time employment, as we have the flexibility to work around other schedules.
Part-Time benefits include paid sick leave and holidays.
To apply: Complete job application and send to jobs@claggettcenter.org.
The Housekeeper is part of a team, led by the Housekeeping Director, that takes primary responsibility to ensure that all of the guest spaces are kept clean. Housekeepers perform a variety of housekeeping services to maintain clean guest rooms according to established standards.
Hours: Hours are variable, depending fully on guest schedules. The work will be a combination of midweek and weekend shifts. Shifts are typically 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM or 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM but vary some from week to week.
Compensation: Starting at $16hr - Hourly Rate is commensurate with experience, particularly commercial cleaning, janitorial, or housekeeping job experience.
Position Requirements:
To apply: Complete job application and send to jobs@claggettcenter.org.
The candidate must be proficient in all around cooking skills, including, but not limited to: saute, frying, baking, roasting, braising, competent and safe knife skills, cleanliness, following recipes, creativity. The Cook is primarily responsible for food preparation and execution of meals served in the dining facility in accordance with standards set by the Chef. In addition, the Cook will assume a leadership role by directing other staff members in the absence of the Chef. They will ensure that sufficient quantities of quality menu items are prepared in a timely manner in accordance with the meal schedule. Some food service experience is preferred. We are willing to train someone with a positive attitude and good work ethic.
Compensation: Starting at $18hr - Hourly Rate is commensurate with experience
To apply: Complete job application and send to jobs@claggettcenter.org.
Assists in the preparation of foods by chopping, washing, cutting, assembling, and mixing food stuffs for cook; oversees line to make ceratin all items are replenished appropriately; washes and sanitizes dishes and utensils; cleans the dining area and replenishes napkins, utensils, and other necessities.
Compensation: Starting at $16hr - Hourly Rate is commensurate with experience
To apply: Complete job application and send to jobs@claggettcenter.org.
Applications for 2023 Summer Camp staff, including assistant camp director, senior counselors, junior counselors, camp nurses, chaplains, and adult volunteers will be available in January! Click here for more information.
Summer Lifeguard positions available seasonally.