This year we are offering a work-exchange opportunity to nine attendees at the Guild’s Tidal Twinings retreat, September 10-14, 2025 at Camp Magruder (17450 Old Pacific Hwy, Rockaway Beach, OR). Help set up and break down the dining hall one day for all 3 meals and earn a $175 credit toward your retreat registration, meals, and lodging.
Duties:
Before each meal water pitchers are filled and set on tables along with cups; napkin holders are filled, if needed.
Before breakfast, the chairs are removed from tables and table is wiped down; after breakfast tables are cleared and wiped down.
After lunch, tables are cleared and wiped down.
After dinner, tables are cleared and wiped down, chairs are folded and put atop table, and the floor is swept.
Make sure all dishes are in the appropriate tubs.
Hours: Work shift will be one day - Thursday, Friday or Saturday. On that one day you will be responsible for work before and after each meal. You will work in a crew of 3.
You will need to be at the dining hall 15 minutes before posted meal times for set up and available at least 20-45 minutes after each meal for take down and clean up. Posted meal times are Breakfast 7:15-8am; Lunch 12-1pm; Dinner 5:30-6:30pm.
Ideal Candidate:
Energetic, positive, and adaptable
Team player with a willingness to help and learn
Able to lift 20lbs above waist height multiple times
Willing to forego a class on your workday
How to Apply: Please send us an email at CBBGRetreat@gmail.com with the following:
A brief introduction (Why are you interested in a work exchange?)
Any questions
When classes are announced (the retreat brochure will be out in early May) we will contact you about your preferred day(s). We look forward to hearing from you!