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Camp Manitou

Executive Chef

Oakland, ME

$71K - $98K/yr

Camp Manitou offers a culinary diversity that appeals to our campers and staff from all over the world. Employment Type: Temp/Seasonal Bonus/Commission: No

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

Cook

Middleville, MI · On-site

$14.35 - $17.93/hr

Description This is a seasonal position at YMCA Camp Manitou Lin, located in Middleville, MI, from mid-April to end of October. POSITION SUMMARY: The Cook is responsible for preparing and ...

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

Cook

Middleville, MI · On-site

$14.35 - $17.93/hr

Job Type Temporary Description This is a seasonal position at YMCA Camp Manitou Lin, located in Middleville, MI, from mid-April to end of October. POSITION SUMMARY: The Cook is responsible for ...

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

Cook

Middleville, MI · On-site

$14.35 - $17.93/hr

This is a seasonal position at YMCA Camp Manitou Lin, located in Middleville, MI, from mid-April to end of October. POSITION SUMMARY: The Cook is responsible for preparing and distributing meals ...

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How much do seasonal manitou jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal manitou in the United States is $15.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Seasonal Manitou, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Seasonal Manitou, you generally need strong customer service skills, physical stamina, and familiarity with outdoor or hospitality environments, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with reservation software, point-of-sale systems, and basic maintenance tools is often required. Flexibility, teamwork, and excellent communication are important soft skills for interacting with visitors and adapting to changing seasonal demands. These skills ensure smooth operations, positive guest experiences, and the ability to handle the unique challenges of a seasonal work environment.

What are Seasonal Manitous?

Seasonal Manitous are temporary staff members hired to work at Manitou Springs or similar tourist destinations during peak seasons. They assist with a variety of roles such as hospitality, customer service, retail, and event support to ensure a positive visitor experience. These positions are ideal for students, locals seeking temporary work, or anyone interested in gaining experience in tourism and hospitality. Seasonal Manitous often receive training and may work flexible hours to accommodate the influx of tourists during busy periods.

What is the difference between Seasonal Manitou vs Seasonal Forklift Operator?

AspectSeasonal ManitouSeasonal Forklift Operator
CredentialsOSHA-certified, equipment-specific trainingOSHA certification, forklift license
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, warehouses, outdoor settingsWarehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageConstruction, agriculture, logisticsWarehousing, manufacturing, logistics

Both roles require OSHA certification and equipment-specific training. Seasonal Manitou operators typically work outdoors in construction or agricultural settings, while Seasonal Forklift Operators work mainly indoors in warehouses or distribution centers. The roles overlap in logistics and industry usage, but differ mainly in work environment and equipment specialization.

What are some of the unique challenges faced by a Seasonal Manitou and how can candidates prepare for them?

As a Seasonal Manitou, you may encounter unique challenges such as adapting quickly to changing weather conditions and varying workloads, particularly during peak tourist seasons. The role often requires physical stamina for outdoor activities and strong interpersonal skills to engage with guests from diverse backgrounds. Preparation includes familiarizing yourself with the local area, developing flexibility in your schedule, and building teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with both permanent staff and other seasonal workers. Embracing these challenges can lead to a rewarding and dynamic work experience.
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Infographic showing various Seasonal Manitou job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Locum Tenens, 9% Internship, 42% As Needed, 9% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 34% Summer. Highlights an 16% Physical, 83% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,031 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Executive Chef

Camp Manitou

Oakland, ME

$71K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Looking for a change or challenge? How about working in beautiful Maine along the lake in a gorgeous camp setting?

The executive chef for Camp Manitou is a culinary trained professional responsible for the overall management of the kitchen, including camp and crew meals, provisioning, food safety, maintaining strict hygiene standards, and covid-19 guidelines. The executive chef will work in conjunction with the Director of Culinary to provide amazing and varietal foods to campers and staff. A successful candidate for this position will have excellent references, experience provisioning in various regions of the world, and a good understanding of maintaining a budget effectively. This role requires strong communication/presentation skills, the ability to thoroughly understand camper and staff preferences, extensive food and nutrition knowledge, creative menu planning, an artistic flair, and at least five years in the capacity of Head Chef with HIGH VOLUME experience. This is not your normal camp food. Camp Manitou offers a culinary diversity that appeals to our campers and staff from all over the world.


Employment Type: Temp/Seasonal
Bonus/Commission: No