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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT
Oakland House Cottages by the Side of the Sea - 2012
We are currently seeking the right candidate(s) to fill a few select positions:
Office Assistant:
We're seeking a well-rounded office assistant who has excellent people skills, is good on the phone, and is computer and
internet literate. In addition, willingness to assist in other departments as needed. This position is for someone who can
wear many hats...typical of an innkeeper. Are you willing to do laundry, clean a cottage, work in the garden, and any of
the other tasks that can unexpectedly pop up from time to time?
If you have an impeccable record and professional references we'd like to talk with you. We're looking for a fun, creative individual who wants full-time work through the Maine hospitality season.
Housekeeper:
We're seeking multi-talented individuals who have the ability and desire to do an assortment of these jobs.
Caretaker/Jack of All Trades:
We're seeking multi-talented individuals who have the ability and desire to do an assortment of these jobs.
Maintenance, Grounds Keeper and Gardener:
We're seeking multi-talented individuals who have the ability and desire to do an assortment of these jobs.
Application Form:
Download our Application Form in PDF format.
You must have "Adobe Acrobat Reader" software installed on your computer to open, read, and print this 5-paged form. You can download the software for FREE from Adobe.com.
About the Resort:![[Staff members form lifelong friendships.]](images/relaxing_on_the_lawn.jpg)
Oakland House is a family owned and operated seaside resort. It has been in the same family for more than 100 years. Located on the rural coast of Maine it offers a truly relaxing environment for its guests who often return year after year. It is old-fashioned and relaxed. Our primary goal is to provide a friendly and welcoming environment.
Season:
Our primary time of operation is late May to mid-October. However, we often need to hire people who work before and after those dates.
We usually hire extra part-time staff in July and August and we draw upon individuals already living in the community since we are not able to provide on-site lodging on a short term basis.
Availability/desire to work:
We have many requests for seasonal employment at Oakland House. Since our season continues into the fall we must evaluate an applicant's availability as we go through the hiring process. Our staffing requirements do drop in early September so although we can overlap staff throughout the season, the longer an applicant is able to stay, the more likely we are to hire. We are seeking individuals who are interested in coming back season after season.
Qualifications:
Since our goal is to provide cheerful, excellent service to our guests we must hire individuals who are friendly,
neat, and take pride and pleasure in serving our guests.
Hours/Compensation:
Compensation is based upon experience and can vary. All employees are required to be able to work the hours necessary
for their job description. Occasionally it may be required that an employee work a split shift (i.e. working in the early
hours in the garden, taking a long break and then returning to work in the office) or a rotating shift with changing hours.
Each department operates on a time schedule that directly relates to the needed tasks for that week.
All wages are before State and federal withholding tax, social security, and Medicare. Reporting of tips may be required by the employee.
US citizens:
Our Assistant Innkeeper's work week is approximately 40 hours a week during our rental season. We rotate days off and there is flexibility as to the hours of work during any day. All hourly US citizen employees are paid time and a half
for hours worked beyond 40/week. We provide
perks anytime we can.
Information for Overseas Applicants:
We can NOT provide assistance in obtaining visas. U.S. law mandates that we follow certain guidelines when we hire
overseas applicants and we adhere strictly to those guidelines. However, we are not actively seeking applicants from abroad as we do not provide on-site accommodations at this time except for the unusual applicant.
Employment Guidelines for US Citizens:US Law requires that
employees prove their identity and their eligibility to work in the US. We
require a US passport or a driver's license AND a social security card or
birth certificate OR other documents that the US Federal Immigration laws
specify.
Drug-Free Workplace:
Oakland House Cottages by the Side of the Sea is a drug-free workplace.
Dress code:
Staff members may be required to wear uniforms
in the course of the performance of their duties. These uniforms are the
property of Oakland House and must be returned upon departure. Since employees are in the public eye much of the time, a neat appearance is mandatory on site at all times.
Smoking, Candles and Incense:
There is NO SMOKING, CANDLES, OR INCENSE BURNING
ALLOWED in any of the buildings under any circumstances. Thank-you.
FAQ:
HOW DO I GET AROUND? It is definitely best if you have your own vehicle. The closest town with full amenities is Blue Hill which is about twenty minutes by car. Our website has detailed driving directions to get here from just about anywhere! The country store is within about a 20 minute
walking distance (3 miles). A bicycle is very useful transportation. A kayak will provide hours of pleasure if you bring one.
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