Conference Season Employment Application

Spring 2010 Application
Application due by 9am on Monday, March 1, 2010. We will begin conducting phone interviews on or shortly before that date.

Our Spring season will most likely begin during the week of April 12.

General Information

* First Name

Middle Initial

* Last Name

* Email Address

* Current Mailing Address

* City

* State

* Zip Code

Permanent Mailing Address

City

State

Zip Code

Preferred phone contact (xxx-xxx-xxxx)

Pre-interview Questionnaire

* Why are you applying to work at Stanford Sierra Conference Center?

If you are applying for a particular 3-season assignment, please check the appropriate box(es) below.
	Evening Manager Head of Housekeeping Assistant Fountain Assistant Breakfast/Lunch Cook

If you would like to be considered for a particular All Purpose Staff job assignment, please check the appropriate box(es) below.
	Kitchen Office Assistant Housekeeping Crew Leader Dining Room Assistant Manager Nightwatch Relief

* Please explain your interest in and relevant experience for the assignment(s) for which you are applying.

* What are 4 things you would like to accomplish in your work life, and why?

* Much of the work at SSCC is done as part of a team. What qualities do you like to see in people that you are working with? What qualities do you bring to a team?

* Describe a work- or academic-related accomplishment of which you are proud. How does it demonstrate characteristics you will bring to your work at SSCC?

We like to encourage our staff to bring their unique talents to their work at SSCC. Sometimes opportunities arise for staff to lead yoga classes, art workshops, nature walks, or kids activity groups. Other staff have helped with projects in our maintenance department. Do you have any particular talents or abilities that you would be excited about sharing on the job? What are they?

Have you applied to Stanford Sierra Conference Center before?

Yes No

Have you ever worked at Stanford Sierra Conference Center before?

Yes No

If so, when and what was your assignment?

RETURNING APPLICANTS ONLY - Elaborate on any and/or all of the following: What does being a returning staff member mean to you? What would you like to do new or differently if you return to staff? What have you seen returners do well in the past? What kind of returning staff member would you like to be? *How can you make this season even better than your last season here?

Education

There is no minimal education requirement for All Purpose Staff work, however high school graduation is preferred. Applicants must demonstrate good verbal communications and interpersonal skills that will be required when interacting in a business-like manner with guests.

High School Name and City/State

College Name and Degree/Major

Other Education, Certifications, etc

Employment Record

If you wish, you may email a resume and cover letter as a supplement to this section. Regardless, please fully complete the items below.

Please list your last three employers, starting with the MOST recent.

Employer 1: Name and City/ST

Employer 1: Your position and job responsibilities (be thorough and specific)

Employer 1: Dates from/to

Employer 1: Contact Name and Telephone Number

May we contact employer 1?

Yes No

Employer 2: Name and City/ST

Employer 2: Your position and job responsibilities (be thorough and specific)

Employer 2: Dates from/to

Employer 2: Contant Name and Telephone Number

May we contact employer 2?

Yes No

Employer 3: Name and City/ST

Employer 3: Your position and job responsibilities (be thorough and specific)

Employer 3: Dates from/to

Employer 3: Contact Name and Telephone Number

May we contact employer 3?

Yes No

Additional Information

Our season will run from mid-April to mid-June. We prefer to hire those who can work the entire season, but our season is busier towards the end and we might consider hiring a few staff members to start later.

* Are you able to commit to the entire season?

Yes No

If not able to do so, for what period(s) are you available?

Are you able to perform the essential duties described in the assignment description(s) with or without reasonable accommodation?

Yes No

How did you hear of us?

We expect all staff to comply with our policies regarding personal appearance; in short, to be clean, well-groomed and present a professional business image to our guests.

Are you willing to comply with these standards?

Yes No

Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony (other than a traffic violation or convictions for marijuana offesnses in violation of Health and Safety Code sections 11357 (b) or (c), 11360 (c), 11364, 11365, or 11550 that are more than two years old)?

Yes * No

(Note: Arrests without conviction need not be reported.)

*If you answered "Yes", please give date, place of conviction, and explain circumstances:

Existence of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment. Consideration will be given to the nature of the position being sought, specific offense, your age at the time of the offense, the period of time that has elapsed since the commission of the offense and any extenuating circumstances.

Application Agreement

I authorize a thorough investigation of my prior employment, educational background, criminal record, and, where applicable to assignment, driving record. I agree to cooperate in such an investigation, and release from all liability and responsibility all persons or entities requesting or supplying such information. I understand that employment is conditionally based on investigation results.

I certify that the statements made on the application, on a resume, attachments hereto, or other supplementary materials provided by me are full and complete statements of the facts. I understand that false, misleading or omitted information can result in refusal of employment or termination in cases where erroneous information is discovered after employment has begun. I understand that if I am offered employment and accept a position, this employment application form becomes part of the terms and conditions of employment.

I understand that employment is contingent on supplying of documents for Employment Eligibility Verification.

At Will Employment: I understand that employment is for no specific period of time and may be terminated at any time by myself or the Stanford Sierra Conference Center, with or without cause.

Stanford Sierra Conference Center is committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Stanford Sierra Conference Center is a program of SAA - Sierra Programs. SAA – Sierra Programs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disability.

* Today's Date (mm/dd/yyyy)

* Type full name to authorize application

* Required Fields

Seasonal Assignment Descriptions

The job assignments we currently have available involve varying levels of knowledge and responsibility. We do our best to assign people to the areas of their greatest ability and preference to the extent that we can based on anticipated business needs. Please be aware that we consider all of our seasonal employees to be "All Purpose", meaning that employees may be asked to help out in any area as needed during the season. In addition, assignments may be changed at any time depending on business needs or other factors.

We provide on site lodging and meals as a benefit of employment. Employee cabins typically house 2 - 3 people as roommates, with bathrooms and showers inside some cabins, or in close proximity. A few steps away, the Main Lodge has a dining room where employees normally eat the same meals as guests. While there is no charge for lodging and meals, payroll taxes are withheld on lodging based on a value published by the state of California.

GENERAL ALL PURPOSE STAFF
A majority of our seasonal employees are general all purpose staff. Duties include housekeeping, dining room food service (including setting tables, serving guests plate and buffet-style meals, bussing tables, washing dishes, and providing excellent customer service to guests), and general cleaning. Staff may also be assigned to do airport shuttling, boat checkout, running errands, grounds-keeping, selling sundries, and a variety of special assignments. The job requires a professional demeanor and a commitment to excellent service. Shifts are spread throughout the day, and schedules change daily to accommodate the needs of each conference. All purpose staff work 30-40 hours per week.

HOUSEKEEPING/GROUNDS CREW LEADERS
Duties include daily cabin service, lodge maintenance, and complete cabin turn over between conferences. Crew leaders coordinate and provide guidance and direction to fellow staff members during housekeeping shifts, assist with general facility and grounds maintenance, and conduct daily trash and recycling collection. Crew leaders must interact effectively with guests in dealing with housekeeeping issues, must be able to work with, lead and motivate small teams, and must be highly detail oriented. Approximately 30 hours per week are housekeeping/grounds work and 5-10 hours per week are filled with general all purpose shifts.

KITCHEN STAFF
Duties include food preparation, buffet and salad bar set-up, inventory rotations, and kitchen sanitation. Dinner is either plated by kitchen staff or served buffet-style. Prior culinary experience is helpful but not mandatory. The schedule is normally split into two shifts per day. Kitchen staff work 30-40 hours per week.

ASSISTANT DINING ROOM MANAGERS
Responsible for the appearance and smooth operation of the dining room in the absence of the dining room manager by providing guidance and direction to staff during set-up, service, and clean-up. Other duties include typical dining room functions, such as table set-up, serving guests, and bussing tables. Dining room or restaurant experience is very desirable as are leadership skills. The job requires a professional demeanor and a commitment to excellent service. Approximately 30 hours per week is spent in the dining room and 5-10 hours per week is directed toward all purpose shifts.

NIGHTWATCH RELIEF
Works three days of all purpose shifts and conducts nightwatch duties two nights a week from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Nightwatch responsibilities include upholding the quiet hours policy, cleaning the Lodge, setting meeting rooms, making security walks around Camp, and responding to any guest needs at night. The job is labor-intensive, solitary and involves frequent lifting. Ability to work with minimal supervision, diplomacy with guests and staff and attention to detail are essential. The nightwatch relief works 15 hours per week in the specialized capacity and 25-35 hours in all purpose shifts.

OFFICE ASSISTANTS
Perform general clerical and front desk duties in and around the front office, assists regular office staff with guest relations, and helps to monitor Camp operations and troubleshoot any issues that arise in the evening hours. Must have decision-making abilities, communication skills, and a professional demeanor. Good computer skills and customer service experience are essential; knowledge of audio-visual equipment is a plus. Office assistants spend approximately 20 hours per week in the office and 15-20 hours per week doing general all purpose shifts.

EVENING MANAGER
Normally a three-season assignment, serves as first point of contact for guests and guest group coordinators with questions and concerns after the normal business hours of the Front Office; contacts other staff and management for support as appropriate. May deal with a broad range of issues involving logistics, maintenance and guest relations. This could include troubleshooting and routine maintenance of audio-visual equipment; making room arrangements, doing set-ups and arranging room changes; correcting problems in individual guest rooms. Typically works 2:00pm to 10:30pm, 40 hours per week, working with the Front Office staff when they are on duty. Responds to Front Office guest inquiries as needed and performs a variety of clerical and routine administrative tasks in the Front Office, including computer data entry, answering phones, etc; assists in guiding and leading Front Office seasonal staff. This assignment requires exceptional customer relation skills, professional demeanor, and an ability to take initiative and make decisions in the absence of management staff. Knowledge of A/V equipment is very helpful.

BREAKFAST/LUNCH COOK
Normally a three-season assignment, the breakfast/lunch cook is a lead cook responsible for producing breakfast as assigned and assisting with lunch preparation. Works under general direction from the executive chef and sous chef. Follows established recipes and basic cooking techniques, including recipe scaling for quantity. Maintains required standards of quality in food preparation and presentation. Observes established procedures and guidelines for food handling and storage. May provide guidance and direction to other kitchen seasonal staff.

FOUNTAIN ASSISTANT
Normally a three-season assignment, the Fountain assistant helps to run the Camp store. Responsibilities include assisting the Fountain manager with maintaining store inventory, helping to enhance the appearance of the Fountain, and training, motivating, and supporting staff. In addition, the assistant will interact positively with guests when selling sundries, beverages and hosting social hours, while creating a standard of excellent service for all purpose staff to follow. Approximately 5 hours per week are filled with general all purpose shifts.

HEAD OF HOUSEKEEPING ASSISTANT
Normally a three-season assignment, the assistant helps the head of housekeeping in keeping the guest cabins and main lodge spotless. Responsibilities include responding to guest requests, motivating and providing guidance and direction for a staff of up to 15, and prepping and organizing supplies. This assignment assumes some duties of the head of housekeeping in that person's absence. Approximately 5 hours per week are filled with general all purpose shifts.