BASS PRO SHOPS
BIG CEDAR LODGE
4 AMERICA'S PREMIER WILDERNESS RESORT
June 1, 2022
Dear Kearabetswe Gladness Chadibe,
We are delighted to confirm our offer to participate in a Rotational Training Program within the Kitchen/Culinary
Department at Big Cedar on or about July/August 2022. This offer is based upon the approval of the J-1 visa for a
12-month period.
During the Rotational Training Program, you will train a minimum of 32 hours per week and are paid accordingly.
In this instance, your hourly wage would be $13.50. The pay week is based on hours form Sunday through
Saturday, paid weekly the following Friday. Uniform coats will be supplied at the expense of Big Cedar. You will
supply your own knifes, black slacks, and shoes. Shoes should be industry standard, with skid-resistant soles.
Big Cedar Lodge has the option of providing housing for you in proximity to the Resort, at a reasonable cost
currently not to exceed $85.00 per week ($45.00 Rent/ $30 Shuttle/ $10.00 Security Deposit up to $150) with
utilities included. Basic supplies (i.e. bed linens, towels, cookware, dishes, etc.) will be supplied. You will share a
furnished residence with other participants from around the globe, this includes Housemates & Roommates. It's
important to Big Cedar Lodge that you take this opportunity to learn and understand about one another's cultures
other than just America. A standard lease agreement is required of everyone living in Resort housing. All residents
will be held accountable for maintaining a clean, neat and tidy household. All will be expected to be courteous and
respectful of all house mates. House hold residents are welcome to have guests visit. We do ask that you respect
your fellow residents and keep visits to a minimum. "Parties" are not permitted within the houses. Security
Deposits are refundable (Less cleaning fees) only if the property is left in good condition. Cared for during the time
you are here and that you satisfactorily complete the commitments of the program. Company housing is an option.
If you choose not to live in company housing, please know that you will be responsible for your own
transportation. Should residents feel that they are unable to abide by these rules and show little or no concern for
the house, house rules, house residents, or housing staff, we will be unable to continue to provide housing for that
resident.
Big Cedar has general policies and procedures established for all associates that covers general behavior, dress
code, hygiene issues and safety guidelines. These will be explained in more detail upon arrival.
To confirm your acceptance of this offer, please sign and date in the space provided below. You may fax your
acceptance to my attention at (417) 339-5148 or email to [email protected]. I can also be reached at (417)
339-5118 if I can be of further assistance.
This offer of training is contingent upon results of a background check, as well as any other position related
investigations including a reference check.
Once again, Congratulations! We are very excited to have you join our team and look forward to welcoming you to
Big Cedar.
Acceptance of Offer:
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Signature Date
Sincerely,
Monica Griffin
Big Cedar Lodge Recruiting Manager