Employment
Life at a Remote Lodge
Halibut Cove is a small community surrounded by the sea, away from the road system. Stillpoint is separated by water from the rest of this island community. Just a 5-minute kayak paddle to the island offers recreation, the coffee shop, post office, art galleries, restaurant, weekly softball games and more.
We encourage independence and empower all staff members to hone their individual kayaking skills. A 45-minute kayak paddle lends access to Kachemak Bay State Park. The nearby town of Homer is accessible by lodge boat or water taxi.
Be prepared to adapt to our environment. Often, self-reflection and meeting the demands of a full work-load go hand in hand. Work days are long and enthusiasm is a must.
Accommodations
Our staff quarters are shared accommodations right on the ocean with a stunning view. Most employees are assigned a private bedroom, with shared access to bathrooms, a staff center, kitchen, laundry room, lounge, deck, and dock system. The property includes many stairs and regular wildlife activity, both of which are part of daily life in this coastal environment.
It is our common goal to focus on keeping an eye on repairs, remembering safety, reusing and recycling, eliminating waste, reducing environmental impact and increasing sustainability of the facilities and resources used at Stillpoint.
Living in harmony with others is part of our daily practice. Having experience with living cooperatively is desirable. Staff must be able to work and live together in a professional manor.
We invite you to consider the realities of working in such a remote location and living in close proximity with others.
Time Off
Employees may choose to spend their days off in Homer, or remain here at Stillpoint in this setting of great natural beauty. The long daylight hours of summer delights those who enjoy nature, painting, photography, hiking and kayaking.
Staying healthy and fit is a priority. Our season is long and can be physically, emotionally, and mentally demanding. We encourage team members to use their time off intentionally—to rest, recharge, and “fill their cup”—so they can stay grounded, healthy, and engaged throughout the season. Non-working hours are an important time to recover in ways that support personal well-being and sustained performance. Many employees use this time for working out, reading, learning more about their field, or focusing on a personal passion project.
The remote, rustic nature of “the cove” is heightened by spotty cell phone reception. Taking the time to connect other employees and with friends and family in the outside world via free Wi-Fi feel more connected.
Team Players
Periodic critiques of job performance, work issues, communal living, attitude, etc. include self-evaluation and one-on-one meetings with the manager. We connect regularly with each other in group meetings and team-building sessions. Our staff commits to participation in group activities designed to help further our sense of community.
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