Summer 2027 Assistant Camp Cook - James River

North Dakota Farmers Union • Jamestown, ND

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Camp Cook supports on-site camp food service and helps maintain a clean, attractive, and safe environment for users of Farmers Union Camp. The role assists the Head Cook with food preparation, inventory maintenance, and required record keeping. The Assistant Cook is expected to maintain acceptable personal and kitchen cleanliness and represent North Dakota Farmers Union’s educational program positively.

This is a seasonal position available during camp operating months, as well as in the weeks before and after camp operations. Working conditions may include occasional travel and day, evening, and weekend work on a strict seasonal schedule. On-site housing and some meals are included. Ad-hoc work may also be available throughout the year for special events and training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain CPR and First Aid certification; training expenses will be reimbursed.
• Obtain a safe food handlers certificate from ServSafe; training expenses will be reimbursed.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to follow orders effectively and in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with personnel and members with varying skill types and levels.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a sanitary and safe environment for handling, serving, and storing food.
• Prepare appropriate food quantities as directed by the Head Cook.
• Occasionally prepare meals for special dietary needs and food allergies.
• Minimize waste of food, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist kitchen crews, including campers, with clean-up.
• Identify health, fire, and safety hazards; inform the Head Cook and act on hazards immediately.
• Keep equipment clean, in good working condition, properly stored, and used only for its intended purposes.
• Maintain the kitchen by keeping walls, counters, equipment, and floors sanitized and free of clutter.
• Practice energy conservation in the camp kitchen.
• Build good relations with youth members, staff, and vendors associated with camp, and promote the youth program when appropriate.
• Ensure the security, integrity, and confidentiality of data and information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• On-site housing and some meals are included.
• Training expenses for CPR and First Aid certification and the ServSafe food handlers certificate will be reimbursed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED