Camp Canteen Specialist (3568)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Denton, NC

1d•$350 - $350•Onsite

About The Position

Canteen Coordinates the stocking of the canteen with drinks and snacks, as well as the operation of drink machines, ensuring that popular items are always available. Orders are to be approved before being placed with vendors. Maintains a record of canteen supplies used for the camp program. Prepares a detailed inventory of all clothing, food, and beverages. Monitors any cash received at the canteen and turns it over to the Camp Office Manager. Maintains and cleans the canteen daily, including emptying garbage cans, checking restrooms, restocking supplies, and hosing the outside area. Receives, records, and secures camper money on registration days. Distributes camp t-shirts for campers each week. Supervises other staff members assigned to work in the canteen. Office Assistant Assists with copying, filing, or other office responsibilities as needed. Assists with preparations for camper registration, including checking in paperwork. Collects and checks all USDA sheets for each camper at registration. Keeps USDA records at meals. Completes proper USDA forms for food deliveries. Keeps all USDA forms filed and in proper order for each camping period. Meets with USDA inspector. Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions. Sits with camper tables during meals and serves as a table monitor when needed. Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean, and ready for inspection. Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director.

Requirements

Knowledge of the principles and practices of child and youth behavior and development.
Knowledge of The Salvation Army’s mission, philosophy, culture, and protocol.
Ability to embrace, support, and promote The Salvation Army's mission and ministry.
Ability to represent The Salvation Army professionally.
Ability to build and maintain effective mentor and professional relationships with children and youth.
Ability to communicate effectively with campers and camp staff.
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work in order to accomplish work in compliance with quality standards and deadlines.
Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
Ability to observe camper and staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid
Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Certified in first aid and CPR

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with children in a camp environment is preferred.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the stocking of the canteen with drinks and snacks, as well as the operation of drink machines, ensuring that popular items are always available.
Orders are to be approved before being placed with vendors.
Maintains a record of canteen supplies used for the camp program.
Prepares a detailed inventory of all clothing, food, and beverages.
Monitors any cash received at the canteen and turns it over to the Camp Office Manager.
Maintains and cleans the canteen daily, including emptying garbage cans, checking restrooms, restocking supplies, and hosing the outside area.
Receives, records, and secures camper money on registration days.
Distributes camp t-shirts for campers each week.
Supervises other staff members assigned to work in the canteen.
Assists with copying, filing, or other office responsibilities as needed.
Assists with preparations for camper registration, including checking in paperwork.
Collects and checks all USDA sheets for each camper at registration.
Keeps USDA records at meals.
Completes proper USDA forms for food deliveries.
Keeps all USDA forms filed and in proper order for each camping period.
Meets with USDA inspector.
Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
Sits with camper tables during meals and serves as a table monitor when needed.
Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean, and ready for inspection.
Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director.