Camp Cook

The Arc of York and Adams Counties • Spring Garden Township, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing meals for campers at Camp Pennwood.

Requirements

• Knowledge of appropriate interaction with youth with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Safety precautions with youth who are vulnerable to danger.
• Knowledge of cooking for large groups and kitchen safety
• Has the ability to communicate with the Camp Director and counselors to meet the dietary needs of the campers
• Interact with the campers appropriately
• Prioritize assigned tasks
• Has the ability to work together with other staff as a team member.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Mastery of English language
• Basic math
• Basic principles of social work
• Very good oral and written communication skills
• Time management
• Maintain confidentiality
• Must be able to lift and/or move at least 25 lbs to 50 lbs
• The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, reach, extend, lift, and carry weights.
• Frequently use hands to finger, handle, and reach with arms and hands below or at the waist level and above shoulder height.
• Be able to pull, push, lift, or carry.
• Be able to stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl.
• Constantly be able to talk or communication, hear, taste, or smell.
• Specific vision abilities may include close vision; color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Be exposed to all outside weather conditions (including but not limited to sun, rain, heat, cold, snow, etc.), dust, and fumes while working.
• Moderate noise level
• At minimum a high school diploma/GED, prefer at least two-year degree (or 60+ credits) in a related field (i.e., social work, education, business administration)
• Minimum of 12 months of related work experience, preferably with some supervisory responsibility.
• Must have experience working or volunteering with a. Individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities b. Individuals between the ages of 6 and 18 years of age.
• Background Checks
• Child Line
• Pennsylvania State Police
• FBI Finger Printing
• DMV
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
• Valid car insurance
• Valid vehicle registration
• The employee is responsible for making the employer aware of the need for accommodation.
• The Arc will make accommodations to an extent possible.
• Accommodations cannot impact effectiveness of the employee and cannot cause undue business hardship to The Arc or its programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and Serve hot/cold lunch every day
• Prepare and Provide an alternate sandwich every day
• Create a take home menu for each camper for the entirety of camp
• Order/purchase food necessary for the duration of camp (including in between necessities, milk, etc.) within the budget provided from approved retailers
• Prepare and serve an afternoon snack
• Provide a portable beverage to be taken with groups to the pool 2x/week.
• Wash/sanitize dishes and maintain a clean kitchen
• Abide by ALL dietary concerns/restrictions for all campers (allergies, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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