Join The Carpenter's Boat Shop Team!

We are hiring an Executive Director!

The Carpenter’s Boat Shop in Pemaquid, Maine, seeks a mission-driven Executive Director to lead an educational nonprofit where craft, community, and service meet.

The Carpenter’s Boat Shop offers meaningful employment opportunities throughout the year, supporting our mission of personal growth, community living, and hands-on craftsmanship. From program leadership and facilities management to kitchen staff and apprentice mentoring, our roles provide a unique opportunity to contribute to our vibrant, service-oriented community.

Working at the Boat Shop means becoming part of a team committed to nurturing lives, fostering connection, and sharing the art of boatbuilding. Whether helping run our apprenticeship program, maintaining campus operations, or supporting workshops and residencies, every position plays an essential role in advancing our mission.

We often have positions open on a seasonal and year-round basis, so if you’re passionate about meaningful work in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

If you are interested in being considered for openings on the Boat Shop team, please send an email to info@carpentersboatshop.org.

Chef & House Manager

The Carpenter’s Boat Shop is excited to announce that we are hiring a Chef & House Manager for the 2026 Apprenticeship Year that runs from March 1 to November 20. The Chef & House Manager is a key member of a small, dynamic team that provides leadership and mentorship for our Apprentices.  The role involves feeding Apprentices, Boat Shop Team Members, and occasional guests two healthy meals every weekday (lunch and dinner), as well as meal planning, purchasing, budget monitoring, inventory management, kitchen organization, cleaning, and general housekeeping duties.  This is a salaried position that includes free on-campus housing, 100% health insurance, meals, and 20 days of paid time off in addition to federal holidays. 
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