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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for hunting camp cook in the United States is $19.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Hunting Camp Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals for hunters and staff in remote camps. Their duties include meal planning, food preparation, maintaining a clean kitchen, and ensuring adequate food supplies for the duration of the hunting trip. They often cook hearty, high-energy meals suited for outdoor activities and may accommodate dietary needs. This role requires the ability to work in rustic conditions with limited resources, often using open fires or camp stoves. Strong organizational skills, self-sufficiency, and adaptability are essential for success in this role.

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To thrive as a Hunting Camp Cook, you need strong culinary skills, experience with meal planning for groups, and the ability to handle food preparation in remote or rustic settings. Familiarity with camp cooking equipment, outdoor grills, portable stoves, and safe food handling certifications (such as ServSafe) can be very helpful. Adaptability, organization, and excellent communication are important for responding to changing conditions and coordinating with staff and guests. These skills ensure that meals are prepared efficiently and safely, supporting the overall success and satisfaction of camp participants.

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A Hunting Camp Cook typically works in remote settings, such as wilderness lodges or temporary camps, where conditions can vary from comfortable cabins to tent kitchens. You can expect early mornings and long days, especially during hunting seasons, as you'll be responsible for preparing multiple meals and snacks for hungry hunters. Teamwork is essential as you'll often coordinate with guides, camp staff, and sometimes assist with camp duties beyond cooking. While you may face challenges like limited supplies or unpredictable weather, the role offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to work outdoors and build close-knit relationships with your team.

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Seasonal - Assistant Cook - Bryant Pond 4H Learning Center

Maine's Public Universities

Bryant Pond, ME • On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description


The 4-H Camps at Bryant Pond provide environmentally-focused programs for Maine youth and families. Our mission is to teach youth and adults to be effective and caring citizens of the earth through affordable environmental education and fun nature-based experiences.
Statement of the Job:
Kitchen staff at Bryant Pond 4-H Camp works closely with the Cook and Directors to ensure the dietary needs of everyone at camp are met. Our Assistant Cook will prepare 2-3 meals per day for up to 150 people. This position is part-time seasonal (May - October) and is located in Bryant Pond, Maine.
Hourly Wage is $19.00-$21.00.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Complete Job Description
Qualifications:
Required:
  • High School Diploma OR equivalent (G.E.D.) AND some culinary training.
  • Complete health screening and appropriate background checks
  • Servsafe food handler certification

Preferred:
  • High safety and sanitation standards
  • Training and/or experience in sanitation, food preparation and protection, hygiene, and record-keeping
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work a demanding schedule
  • Flexible, team player
  • Training and/or experience in sanitation, food preparation and protection, hygiene, and record-keeping

About Bryant Pond 4-H Learning Center:
The 4-H Camp and Learning Centers provide environmentally focused programs for Maine youth and families in Bryant Pond. Our mission is to teach youth and adults to be effective and caring citizens of the earth through affordable environmental education and fun nature-based experiences. The camp is located in Bryant Pond, Maine is nestled on the shores of Lake Christopher with 160 acres of forest and mountain trails leading to remote campsites, streams, ponds, wetlands, and a mountain summit. A short drive from the camp you can be in the beautiful White Mountain National Forest and the Rangeley Lakes area. The local area provides many opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts including rock climbing, backpacking, hunting and fishing, canoeing, and a large winter ski and sport industry. Portland, Maine's largest city is only an hour's drive with live music, great food, and shopping.
Other Information:
To be considered for this position, you will need to "Apply" and either upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
OR
Enter your information including work experience and education information into the application.
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on September 1, 2026.
For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Bethany Pelletier.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.
The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.
Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. You may view the University's Annual Security Report. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.

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