Abstract: A compact apparatus for supporting hand-held cooking utensils above a campfire or other such heat source such that there is no requirement for an operator to hold the utensil handle. The apparatus includes an stake that is driven into the ground such that an elongate portion of the stake extends upwardly from the ground. The elongate portion of the stake slidingly receives an elongate utensil holding assembly that extends outwardly from the stake and reversibly engages the utensils. The height of the utensil holding assembly is adjustable and lockable. The utensil holding assembly includes an inner chamber for storing the stake when the apparatus is not in use.